Getting Started
IN THIS LESSON
Physical activity for pregnant folk…
improves fitness
helps reduce high blood pressure problems
improves sleep
helps to prevent diabetes of pregnancy
improves mood
If you’re not active, start gradually.
If you’re already active, keep going.
Throughout pregnancy aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity every week.
This can be achieved:
at home
during leisure
out and about
Examples of moderate intensity physical activity include:
climbing stairs
yoga
swimming
gym activities (such as using the treadmill)
carrying grocery shopping bags
cycling
dancing
going for a walk
Do muscle strengthening activities twice per week.
Every activity counts, every minute counts, more is better.
There is no evidence of harm.
Listen to your body and adapt.
Do not bump the bump.
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Non yet!