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[A117]Abdominal Exercise During Pregnancy

by Paul Banas, Pau

Pregnancy can be a challenging phase for your spouse. Maintaining a healthy posture will help her keep back problems away. An exercise routine will especially help her to keep fit. Your spouse can begin an exercise routine even if she has never really exercised before. Walking, swimming, pre-natal yoga, and simple aerobics are ideal forms of exercise during pregnancy.

These are some of the things your spouse may need to remember if she is starting an exercise routine:

&bullAll exercise programs should be begun gradually. Starting with about 15 minutes, three to four days a week is sufficient.
&bull She should resist the temptation to overdo it.
&bullShe should avoid jogging, unless she used to jog regularly before her pregnancy.
&bullShe should avoid doing sit-ups and other exercises, which involve lying on the back as they may decrease blood flow to the uterus.
&bullExercises that involve standing in the same place for long periods can also decrease blood flow to the baby. It is better to keep moving or changing positions frequently.
&bullShe should avoid strenuous forms of exercise, such as riding a bike.
&bullShe should wear loose comfortable clothing and avoid overheating.
&bullShe must drink adequate amounts of water to avoid dehydration.
&bullShe should eat healthy foods to make up for calories lost during exercise.
&bullIf, after exercise, she notices symptoms such as fatigue, pain, nausea, vaginal bleeding or discharge, or pelvic contractions, she should contact her doctor immediately.

Whether your spouse is pregnant or not, exercise is one of the best things she can do for her physical and emotional health. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that pregnant women without health problems or pregnancy complications exercise moderately for 30 minutes or more on most, if not all, days of the week.

Pregnant or not, exercise helps keep the heart, bones, and mind healthy. Staying active also seems to give some special added paybacks for pregnant women.

Here are some really good reasons for your spouse to get regular exercise during pregnancy:

&bullIt can ease and prevent aches and pains of pregnancy including constipation, varicose veins, backaches, and exhaustion
&bullActive women seem to be better prepared for labor and delivery and recover more quickly
&bullExercise may lower the risk of high blood pressure and diabetes during pregnancy
&bullFit women have an easier time getting back to a healthy weight after delivery
&bullRegular exercise may improve sleep during pregnancy.

Staying active can protect your spouse's emotional health. Pregnant women who exercise seem to have better self-esteem and a lower risk of depression and anxiety. Get more information for http://www.greatdad.com/...nd-exercise-for-two-what-type-of-exercise-is-best-during-pregnancy.html">pregnancy exercise.

Swimming, walking, and yoga are two very popular exercise activities that are suitable for pregnant women.

There are other forms of exercise such as weight lifting that are acceptable as long as it isn't too strenuous. Most specialists recommend exercise during pregnancy at 3 - 4 times a week, unless you have a medical condition that prevents it. If you are ever in doubt, you should consult a physician first.

Below, you'll find some of the best reasons as to why you should exercise during pregnancy.

1. Exercise can help to reduce the length of labor and recovery time. The right exercise routines, including ab exercises, will also increase stamina that is needed for delivery.

2. Improved mental health. Exercise can lower stress and improve your emotional health, making it easier for you to get through the new experience of becoming a mother.

3. Ab exercises can also help with weight management after the child has been born. A common concern with most mothers is the weight they lose after pregnancy. During pregnancy, exercise can make postpartum weight loss easier.

4. Exercise is very good for your unborn baby. By keeping your body healthy, you are also looking out for your baby as well.

5. Exercise can help reduce the side effects of pregnancy. Symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, swelling, and constipation are all common with pregnant women. Studies have shown exercise to reduce the occurrence of these symptoms.

6. Exercise can also decrease the risk of premature birth. Exercise has been proven to decrease the risk of premature birth by at least 50%.

You should always make sure that you drink plenty of fluids before you exercise, follow a nutritious diet, and avoid over exertion. You should also listen to your body, and if you start feeling sick you should immediately stop and rest.

If you exercise during your pregnancy, you'll find it a lot easier to deliver when the time comes. Exercise will help your body strengthen up, which will make it very easy on you when you go into the delivery room. Women who don't exercise find it much harder when the time comes to give birth. Exercising during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do for yourself and for your unborn baby. Your baby will reap some of the benefits, which is reason enough to exercise.

Always be safe when you work out and don't hesitate to ask a doctor for advice if you have any questions at all. As long as you exercise safe and use good common sense, you'll do a world of good by getting some exercise during pregnancy.

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