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Sample #2: 6 Great Aerobic Exercises for Pregnancy



 

 

 

 

1. Walking - always one of the best and most convenient exercises you can do (pregnant or not)! Make sure you wear loose, light clothing (to deflect the sun), and well-supported and cushioned shoes (preferably running shoes).

2. Swimming - an excellent, A+ form of exercise. Swimming, water walking and jogging, deep-water running, and water aerobics are EXCELLENT forms of exercise during pregnancy.

3. Aerobics (low-moderate intensity) - gets you moving, is fun (choreographed to music) and best of all keeps you social (especially the pregnancy classes). Remember that it's crucial you listen to your body. Modify any activity that does not feel comfortable and avoid any weight lifting above your head, jumping, or lying down.

4. Water aerobics - highly recommended! Because of the buoyancy, you don't incur the same impact and jarring of regular aerobics, which of course is easier on your changing body.

5. Elliptical trainer - this is one of my favorites, although I didn't have this as an option during my 9 months. If you don't already know what it is, it's a cross between a stair climber and cross-country skiing machine. It's great because there is no impact involved. The motions are smooth and body-friendly, meaning they are not contra-indicative like a bad stair climber tends to be on the knees.

6. Cycling on a Stationary Bike - this is a good non-weight bearing exercise that is quite easy on the body. I recommend the stationary bike because there is too high a risk of falling off a regular bike. When the body becomes more flexible (from the hormone "relaxin") there is more risk of injury (and believe me - simply walking can be hazardous!).

Spinning Class is another form of stationary cycling. This is also good exercise. It is social, entertaining, motivating, and empowering. The only precaution is to make sure you exercise at your own pace and do not let yourself be "pushed" by the energy in the room. Listen to your body and ONLY do what feels good.

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