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Is it safe to start an exercise program while trying to get pregnant?
Posted by admin under Pregnancy
Lindze asked:
I am trying to conceive for the first time. I have heard that it is safe to exercise during pregnancy, and may even help with endurance during labor. I am looking start a regular exercise routine now, and am currently trying to conceive (may even be pregnant now). I have exercised in the past, but haven’t done so regularly for about 6 months. Is it safe to start taking aerobics/step classes and swimming at the local YMCA? Is weight lifting allowed, I wanted to start and body conditioning class? I’ve been told that heavy lifting can lead to miscarriage. They don’t have any programs designed for pregnant women. Any advice or suggestions?
I am trying to conceive for the first time. I have heard that it is safe to exercise during pregnancy, and may even help with endurance during labor. I am looking start a regular exercise routine now, and am currently trying to conceive (may even be pregnant now). I have exercised in the past, but haven’t done so regularly for about 6 months. Is it safe to start taking aerobics/step classes and swimming at the local YMCA? Is weight lifting allowed, I wanted to start and body conditioning class? I’ve been told that heavy lifting can lead to miscarriage. They don’t have any programs designed for pregnant women. Any advice or suggestions?
February 4th, 2009 at 10:02 am
i do alot of walking and there are programs for pregnant women to excersise like prego swim classes and pilates and other things look them up online in your area or ask your prego doctor,good luck
February 5th, 2009 at 9:32 pm
Swimming and yoga would be two safe bets for exercise before and during pregnancy. Both will help to keep you in shape and build endurance for labor when you finally get there. Once you do get pregnant, and if you’re doing yoga, just be sure to let your yoga instructor know you’re pregnant. There are certain poses, or asanas that prenatals shouldn’t do and your instructor can show you how to modify those or give you alternative asanas to do instead.
February 6th, 2009 at 12:33 pm
have you tried hte lil jack workout?