General Rules for Safe Prenatal Exercising

 

Don’t let the heat overwhelm you, but rather try to stay cool and hydrated

Don’t exercise when you feel exhausted

You should get adequate rest and only go for a training session when you feel energetic and up to it. If you start feeling uncomfortable or your heart is racing too fast, slow down. It is far better continue exercising at a moderate pace than to push yourself to a limit – it’s not healthy at all during pregnancy. A good rule of thumb is that if you can’t have a normal conversation while you are exercising, you might be overdoing it and chances are that you should slow down. You should also remember to get up from the floor slowly, so that you don’t feel faint or, worse, slip and fall. It might seem obvious, but with the added weight of being pregnant you can easily lose your grip of you change positions too fast.
 

Stretching after workout

When you are done with your workout, take a few minutes to do some stretching exercises and walk on the spot to slowly reduce your heart rate and bring it back to normal. It will also prevent muscle soreness and stiffness in a few days’ time. Never stop immediately and stand still or lie down – always take a few minutes to cool down . You can take a short walk outside as well, and this may help to cool down and take a breath of fresh air after a thorough workout.

Training while you are pregnant is very good for your health, and it is beneficial for your baby too. Providing that you stay within the limits of what your doctor recommends, exercising can help you to feel more energetic, keep your weight in check, and prepare you for the delivery. Exercising regularly can help you recover faster after you give birth, too, and it ensures that you're fit and healthy when you're ready for heavier gym sessions again.