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Exercise during Pregnancy - Slideshow

Developed by Mita Majumdar, M.Sc. | Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Aug 05, 2014

How will Exercise During Pregnancy Benefit you and your Baby?

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How will Exercise During Pregnancy Benefit you and your Baby?, Exercise during Pregnancy
» Exercise will improve your cardiorespiratory fitness, improve your balance, and tone your muscles.

» Urinary incontinence and low back pain can be prevented.

» It will reduce symptoms of depression during pregnancy.

» Exercising will control your weight gain during pregnancy.

» It will reduce your requirement for insulin if you have gestational diabetes.

Opt for moderate-intensity, low-impact, aerobic exercise at least three times a week. New guidelines, however, recommend increasing weekly physical activity if you are a healthy pregnant woman.

The following slides suggest some exercises for pregnant women. However, do not attempt them without consulting and taking approval from your doctor.
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How will Exercise During Pregnancy Benefit you and your Baby?

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Wall Push-Ups

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Wall Squats

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Pelvic Floor Exercise (Kegel)

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Leg Lifts

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Side Plank

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Seated Hamstring Stretch

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Knee Extension

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Ankle Pumps and Ankle Circle

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Neck Rotation

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Chest Muscle Exercise


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vaishali9524, India

If you doing Weight lifting in your pregnancy... lift weight no more than 10 pounds. More than that will put you on stress.

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