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Exercise in Pregnancy

Exercise in Pregnancy

Posted on 13/10/2020

Exercise is safe and healthy to do in low-risk and uncomplicated pregnancies. If you have a high risk-pregnancy it is important to get clearance from Dr Morris prior to starting a new exercise program.

It is recommended to do 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise on most if not all days.

Positive effects of exercise:

  • Help you stay at a healthy weight
  • Make you stronger and fitter – good for coping with pregnancy, labour and better post-birth outcome
  • Helps to decrease with pregnancy related pains eg back pain 
  • Reduces the chance of developing Gestational Diabetes   

What exercise is safe?

  • If you have not previously been exercising prior to pregnancy, ensure to start off gently – eg Pilates, walking, swimming
  • Avoid contact sports or anything with a high risk of falling – eg netball, horse riding 
  • Avoid overheating – eg saunas, spas and “Hot Yoga”
  • Avoid high impact activity, unless cleared by Dr Morris or a women’s health physiotherapist to do so 
  • Ensure to keep hydrated, protect your pelvic floor, and avoid exercising if it is causing pain 

Pilates and Pregnancy

Pilates is a great way to help:

  • Strengthen your core muscles to avoid large abdominal separation post birth
  • Strengthen your inner thigh and glute muscles to help reduce pelvic and lower back discomforts during pregnancy 
  • Strengthen your pelvic floor and ensure it is kept from being overloaded 
  • Improving your upper body strength to help with lifting baby post-birth 
  • Improving your breathing and relaxation
  • Improve your mobility especially in your upper and lower back 

By Shanice Gabriel

Physiotherapist & Pilates Clinician

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