Potential Benefits of Exercise

There was a time when doctors recommended against exercise during any stage of pregnancy. Today, most doctors recognize that exercise has potentially far-reaching benefits for women during pregnancy.

While you should not commence any strenuous exercise program if your body is not used to this type of activity, it's perfectly safe to at least keep moving as much as possible throughout your pregnancy. Think of it as training your body for a marathon!

Potential Benefits of Exercise

• Exercise helps build  tolerance, so you are not as susceptible to fatique.
• Exercise can reduce physical stress.
• Exercises that focus on posture puts you in a healthier position for the baby, which is essential for proper blood circulation.
• Exercising during pregnancy helps reduce body fat.
• Increases blood circulation to the baby
• Helps prepare for physical strain of labor.
• Faster physical recuperation after birth.
• Faster return to pre-pregnancy weight.
• Exercises that strengthen the back muscles help control or reduce back strain associated with increased back stress as the belly enlarges.

Consult with your doctor before doing any type of exercise.