Working out during pregnancy helps to keep your weight in check, improves sleep, relieves backache and helps return to normal weight post delivery. It also prepares one's body for childbirth. Do check with your doctor before taking up any exercise. Most doctors readily give the go-ahead if your pregnancy does not fall in the high-risk category.
However there are some do's and dont's that one should keep in mind:
1. Eat a light snack before working out. This keeps sugar levels normal and prevent one from getting dizzy.
2. Drink lots of water throughout to keep yourself hydrated. This prevents the body temperature from rising during a workout.
3. Wear loose fitting clothes and good supportive shoes. Breathable clothes that allow for circulation help keep body temperature in check. A good maternity bra help prevent sagging and muscle strain due to the increased weight.
4. Always start with a warm-up session.
5. Move slowly. Swift movements may cause you to get dizzy and lose balance as the center of gravity also changes during pregnancy. Best exercises during pregnancy are walking, swimming, pre-natal yoga and low impact aerobics. Another excellent workout is Kegels.
6. Do not exercise while lying on your back after the 3rd month. This puts pressure on the vene cava which is a major vein and may result in dizziness.
7. Lunges and sit-ups may cause strain on the ligaments. Hence avoid the former exercises.
8. Stop working out if you feel hot, breathless or just about any kind of discomfort/pain. Take frequent breaks while working out.
9. Do not workout in the sun or if it is too humid. It raises the body temperature which can be harmful for the fetus.
10. Remember to cool down before you stop. This helps to bring down the heart rate gradually and prevents and dizziness.
11. You may need to consume a few extra calories if you are exercising during pregnancy. Check with your doctor if your weight gain is below normal.
However there are some do's and dont's that one should keep in mind:
1. Eat a light snack before working out. This keeps sugar levels normal and prevent one from getting dizzy.
2. Drink lots of water throughout to keep yourself hydrated. This prevents the body temperature from rising during a workout.
3. Wear loose fitting clothes and good supportive shoes. Breathable clothes that allow for circulation help keep body temperature in check. A good maternity bra help prevent sagging and muscle strain due to the increased weight.
4. Always start with a warm-up session.
5. Move slowly. Swift movements may cause you to get dizzy and lose balance as the center of gravity also changes during pregnancy. Best exercises during pregnancy are walking, swimming, pre-natal yoga and low impact aerobics. Another excellent workout is Kegels.
6. Do not exercise while lying on your back after the 3rd month. This puts pressure on the vene cava which is a major vein and may result in dizziness.
7. Lunges and sit-ups may cause strain on the ligaments. Hence avoid the former exercises.
8. Stop working out if you feel hot, breathless or just about any kind of discomfort/pain. Take frequent breaks while working out.
9. Do not workout in the sun or if it is too humid. It raises the body temperature which can be harmful for the fetus.
10. Remember to cool down before you stop. This helps to bring down the heart rate gradually and prevents and dizziness.
11. You may need to consume a few extra calories if you are exercising during pregnancy. Check with your doctor if your weight gain is below normal.
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