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Pregnancy is not a reason to give up exercise—just modify your workout to fit your changing body!
Here are some tips to begin with: · Don’t get overheated, especially during the first trimester. Drink plenty of fluids before, during and after your workout; wear lightweight, loose fitting clothing; and restrict your workouts to cooler hours during the summer. · Keep your heart rate in a moderate zone. · You should feel pleasantly fatigued after a workout, not wiped out. · Stop exercising and call your doctor if you experience any of the following: vaginal bleeding or fluid leakage; swelling in your hands, face or feet; severe headaches; dizziness; abdominal or pubic pain; uterine contractions; nausea or vomiting; blurred vision; or shortness of breath. Always check with your doctor before beginning a program.
After your baby is born regular daily exercise and a healthy diet will help restore your strength and return your body to its pre-pregnancy state. Don’t plan to lose all the weight you gained during pregnancy in the first weeks after birth… remember, it took nine months to put on, it may take some time to lose it.
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