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The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists (ACOG) exercise guidelines recommend, "In the absence of contraindications, pregnant women are encouraged to engage in 30 minutes or more of moderate exercise a day."
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Benefits During
Pregnancy:
- Less muscular discomforts
- Increased energy
- Enhancement of body image/improved self confidence
- Lower incidence of preeclampsia and high blood pressure
Benefits During Labor:
- Increased endurance
- Shorter labor
- Less maternal exhaustion
- Decreased incidence of medical interventions/pain relief
Postpartum:
- Less weight to lose
- Quicker recovery
- Less postpartum depression
- Reduced muscular discomfort
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*Benefits are based a combination of aerobic, strength and mind/body training. Also assumes special prenatal exercises are practiced.
Note: All program participants must have their doctor's clearance for exercise. There are many reasons why some pregnant women shouldn't exercise including, but not limited to, incompetent cervix, IntraUterine Growth Retardation (IUGR), high blood pressure, premature labor, fever and persistent bleeding. Once you have been given clearance from your medical practitioner you should participate in exercise most days of the week. If while you are exercising you experience any problems with dizziness, abdominal pain or cramping, chest pain, abnormal swelling, decreased fetal movement or anything that doesn't feel right, discontinue and contact your physician immediately.
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For more information, contact theexperts@birthandbeginningyear.com
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