The age-old caution most pregnant women have been inundated with has always been that exercising while pregnant is potentially dangerous and should at all costs be avoided. But times have changed and with a more advanced scientific understanding of pregnancy, the old wives’ tale has been debunked many times. In fact, according to the NHS, exercise is not bad for you or for your baby.
Studies show that active women are less likely to experience problems later on in their pregnancy and labour. Among a myriad of other benefits, regular exercise for pregnant women can help with common discomforts like back and pelvic pain, improve circulation, help with weight control and reduce the risks of complications such as pre-eclampsia and pregnancy-induced hypertension. Most useful of all, is the boost of energy and strengthening of stamina, which will come as a huge benefit after giving birth.
