Pregnancy

*Key Fact* 

The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise each day during pregnancy (unless otherwise ordered by your doctor!)

Exercise plays an important role in keeping you healthy during a pregnancy!  Maintaining a regular exercise routine during your pregnancy not only helps you feel your best, but it can lower your risk of gestational diabetes, pre-term labor, bloating, swelling, constipation, and lower back pain! Even better...it can ease your labor experience!

If you exercised regulary before becoming pregnant, keep it up!! ...but drop the intensity level.  High-impact exercises [such as plyometrics and sprints] are not recommended for pregnancy, but resistance training is perfectly acceptable AND recommended!

If you DIDN'T exercise before getting preggie, don't worry!  It's safe to start now!  Just start slow and don't overdo it.  Walking is considered a safe exercise to start new after becoming pregnant. image via

Where to Start:             

1. GET YOUR DOCTOR'S PERMISSION before beginning an exercise program!
2. Get comfortable, supportive shoes to workout in.  
3. Always workout on flat surface to prevent injury.  Sense of balance decreases during pregnancy.
4. Always warm up for 5 minutes, and cool down for the same. 
5. Drink water before, during, & after your workouts!
6. When moving from a seated to a standing position, move slowly!
7. Keep up with your caloric intake so that you are getting enough to support yourself, your baby, AND your workout.  This is not the time to cut calories! 

 Check below for more specific info & tips for exercise during pregnancy! 

 What to Avoid in the Gym During Pregnancy

 Safe Exercises For Expecting Moms

 Workout Warning Signs: When to see Your OB!