Regular exercise is not just good for your baby, but will lift your mood and help prepare your body for labour and birth. Here’s what you need to know.
By Lynne Roberts
Is it safe to exercise during pregnancy?
So long as you have a healthy pregnancy with no complications it’s perfectly safe to exercise, even if you don’t normal
What are the benefits?
If you’re suffering from pregnancy sickness or insomnia, keeping fit may be the last thing on your mind.
Which exercise is best?
The best pregnancy exercise is anything which gets your heart going and improves strength and flexibility without leaving you gasping for breath or
What if I’ve never exercised before?
If your idea of a workout involves watching the wrestling from your sofa it’s probably not the time to start marathon train
Pelvic floor exercises
Your pelvic floor is a layer of muscle which supports the uterus and helps you maintain bowel and bladder control. It’s put under immense
How far can I go?
If you exercised regularly before there’s no reason why you can’t carry on as normal, although working out too often or too hard could increas
When to stop
Whatever your level of fitness, the most important thing to learn about pregnancy exercise is knowing when to stop.
What precautions to take
Before you hurl yourself into a new routine it’s worth taking a few steps to stay safe. Always take time to warm up properly and cool d
What to avoid
While moderate exercise will help keep you and your little one in good shape, there are some activities it’s best to avoid.
When (in pregnancy) should I stop?
Providing you have no health issues there’s no reason why you shouldn’t continue to exercise up until the third trimester.&nb