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Friday, May 6, 2011

3 Ideas for Weight Training and Keeping Fit In the course of Pregnancy

By Celine Brooks


Pregnancy doesn't have to keep you from exercising. In fact, there are many good reasons to maintain your level of fitness during pregnancy. You will feel better during your pregnancy and after if you maintain a moderate level of activity. Below are some guidelines to follow to help you stay fit and sculpt your body during pregnancy.

Rather than work out by yourself, you may find it helpful to look for a group in your area that focuses on prenatal fitness. Your local fitness club may offer prenatal exercise classes or you may try finding an informal group that meets for regular exercise sessions. The advantages to this approach are numerous. Working out with a group of people that are going through the same experience as you can be a great source of motivation. It also provides a safe environment to exercise in, especially if it's led by someone familiar with what type of workouts are safe and effective during pregnancy. You should be able to find these kinds of specialized exercise groups in your area.


Exercise can be very beneficial during pregnancy but there are certain movements and positions to avoid. Exercises that require you to bend from the hips and lifting weights over your head should be avoid. So, you don't want to do overhead presses if you're lifting weights while pregnant. You should also stay away from exercises that target the abdominal region. It is also a good idea to stay away from exercises where you lay flat on your stomach or back.

Many exercises that can be done while standing or sitting are safe to do during pregnancy, although it may sound like you can't do anything.

Before starting your weight training routine, you should do a little cardio to warm up and this is advisable whether or not you are pregnant. Afterwards, consider adding some light stretching, but don't overdo it and force yourself. The purpose of this is to maintain, not improve, your flexibility and warm up your muscles. Your stretches should flow smoothly, without any bouncing. In fact, this advice is applicable at all times, but it is even more important when you are pregnant.

You can then start your weights workout. You will get the most out of your workout session, if you warm up before. As we've seen, you can safely train with weights and maintain regular workouts during your pregnancy. There are many advantages to this, and many women find that it makes them feel better both physically and emotionally. There are also benefits for your child if you work out. When designing your exercise routine, remember to include the recommendations of your doctor as well as the suggestions offered in this article covering body sculpting and weight training during pregnancy.




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