| Many expectant moms ask "how can I have a | | | | Mothers are all different; your pregnancy is |
| healthy pregnancy?". This is not a surprise to | | | | personal to you so make sure that whatever |
| anyone as being healthy before, during and after | | | | exercise program you choose is appropriate for |
| pregnancy is very important for both mom and | | | | your present condition. The important thing is that |
| baby. Fitness is a significant factor in being healthy | | | | you are safe, comfortable and healthy with the |
| and there are a wide range of resources you can | | | | program instead of comparing yourself to others. |
| take advantage of to get fit, including everything | | | | I cannot emphasis this enough; you MUST consult |
| from pregnancy exercise videos and DVDs to | | | | your Doctor or your family's health care provider |
| individually tailored exercise programs. | | | | BEFORE you begin ANY exercise program, only |
| Being pregnant is such a wonderful time for you | | | | they will know enough about you and your |
| isn't it? But it's not without potential complications, | | | | pregnancy to give you the right professional |
| not to mention a few side effects. And so, while | | | | advice. |
| you are pregnant you must follow your doctor's | | | | Benefits of a Well-Structured Exercise Program |
| or your family's health care provider's | | | | If you get the OK from your Doctor then you |
| recommendations about getting enough sleep, | | | | would be better off with a well-structured |
| managing stress, eating the right kinds of food in | | | | exercise program that has varying intensity levels |
| the right quantities, and keeping fit. | | | | so you can tailor it to your personal needs. We |
| And it goes without saying you should avoid | | | | emphasize a well-structured exercise program, |
| things that may be harmful for you and your | | | | because of the many benefits it can bring. For |
| baby such as alcohol, cigarettes and illegal drugs. | | | | one thing, your body will be healthier all throughout |
| Caffeine is a stimulant, not good for your | | | | your pregnancy. And the benefit is that you can |
| developing baby so it's time to cut back on your | | | | experience less of the discomforts, aches and |
| favourite cuppa or other caffeine rich drinks. | | | | pains, the adverse side effects of pregnancy, an |
| Exercise to Have a Healthy Pregnancy | | | | easier delivery and regain your figure more |
| OK I hear you, "I'm pregnant I have this extra | | | | quickly. |
| weight to carry around, cope with morning | | | | If you are fitter you will enjoy a boost in your |
| sickness, mood swings and YOU want me to | | | | self-confidence. Exercise makes you feel better in |
| exercise!" | | | | yourself, not to mention that exercise releases |
| Yes, but not me exactly, you need to want to do | | | | endorphins - the happy hormones - in your body. |
| exercise to help you have a healthy pregnancy. | | | | Indeed, exercise makes for a healthy pregnancy. |
| We are not talking about running a marathon, just | | | | Finding an Appropriate Exercise Program |
| a few pregnancy-friendly exercises. | | | | So where do you find a well-structured exercise |
| Pregnancy-Friendly exercises, what are they? Well | | | | program that your doctor will approve of? You |
| just click the link in the resource box below to | | | | could try pregnancy fitness videos or DVDs just |
| find out more. | | | | make sure they include warm up and cool down |
| Sure you can get a pregnancy fitness video or | | | | sessions and have a range of intensities or get a |
| DVD, just make sure they are right for you. | | | | well-structured exercise program tailored for you. |