* don't do any exercises that force you to lie flat on your back after the third month of pregnancy. If you lay flat on your back, blood is directed away from the uterus.
* don't do any type of contact sports. Such as soccer and football.
* eat before and after your workout. Eat food with carbohydrates such as fruits. Glucose is important for your baby. The purpose of exercise should be fitness, not to lose weight.
* drink plenty of water. Avoid caffeinated beverages. If you become dehydrated, it may effect you and your baby. Dehydration can cause you to go into premature labor.
* monitor you heartbeat. It should not exceed 140 beats per minute or make sure you are able to talk normally during your exercise routine.
* exercise at least 3 times a week. Off and on, exercise is not advisable. Stick to your exercise routine.
* don't exercise when it is hot outside. Exercise early or later in the day. Exercise inside whenever possible.
* before and after exercise, be sure to cool down. Stretch all your major muscles before concluding your workout.
* after you deliver, gradually start exercising again.
* if you choose to lift weights during pregnancy, be sure not to lift weights over your head. Also, avoid weight lifting that requires you to lie on your back and avoid increasing weights. Try more repetitions instead.
Be careful. Excessive exercise may cause your baby grow improperly. If you experience any problems such as shortness of breath, dizziness, absence of fetal movement, contractions, and rapid heartbeat stop exercising and consult your doctor.
During pregnancy, you should avoid doing certain exercises. Among them includes any exercise that could cause you to fall down and exercises that require jerky and bouncy movements. Also, don't do any exercises that require you to stay in one spot for a long period. Here is a list of exercises that may be helpful during your pregnancy:
walking
cycling (cycling in the third trimester)
swimming
jogging
tennis
bowling
these exercises are low impact therefore you are less prone to injury. Consult a fitness trainer or your physician for additional exercises you can perform safely. You may not be able to perform the same exercises before and after pregnancy because your center of gravity has changed.
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be careful. Exercise when performed correctly has plenty of benefits to you and your child. Be happy and enjoy your pregnancy.
