If exercise is a part of your lifestyle, do you need to change your exercise program during pregnancy? It depends. The benefits of physical exercise during pregnancy are well-documented, including reducing the risk of miscarriage, aiding pregnancy discomforts and decreasing the risk of preterm birth. However, there are some activities that are better than others for expectant mothers, not to mention that there are some physical activities to avoid altogether.
Swimming in Pregnancy
Hands down one of the best forms of exercise during pregnancy is swimming. Not only does it help reduce a host of pregnancy discomforts such as back and hip pain, but swimming is also known to provide benefits for labor. One research study found that swimming in pregnancy actually reduced the amount of pain medication women used during their labor.
The buoyancy of water provides a natural "lift" of the weight of the baby off the mother's back, pelvic area and abdomen and for that reason, swimming or water aerobics may be one of the most comfortable forms of pregnancy exercise. Find out if your local community pool or fitness center has a water exercise program suitable for expectant mothers if you are new to swimming in your own pregnancy.
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