Guidelines for Expectant Moms who Exercise
Exercise is good for you and your baby. Not only does your body get stronger and more prepared for birthing, it also gets ready for healing faster and more complication –free. Because pregnancy is a special case, exercising during the nine months that you have a baby in your womb should be considered carefully. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have created guidelines for expectant moms who wish to exercise:
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Before engaging with any exercise, no matter how mild, you should always talk to your doctor. He or she must be able to provide a clearance that says you are fit and free from any complications.
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If you do not have any contraindications, exercising should be for about a minimum of thirty minutes every day or at least most days of the week. It doesn’t have to be a straight thirty minutes – you can walk in the morning for about 15 minutes, and do a few stretching exercises in the evening for another 15 minutes.
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From months four to nine, expectant moms should never exercise on their back or engage in activities that include standing for long periods, motionless.
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Most recreational activities are safe for complication-free expectant moms. Some sports, however, have increased risk of trauma, especially to the abdomen, and of falling. Avoid basketball, in-line skating, horseback riding, soccer, downhill skiing, vigorous tennis or badminton, gymnastics and ice hockey.
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Any physical activity that’s beyond 6000 feet in altitude is considered dangerous and must be avoided.
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