Exercises

If you have been an avid or regular exerciser prior to becoming pregnant most likely you may continue exercising during your 1st trimester the same as before (with potentially a couple modifications, you will find those below). Be sure to disc

Exercising during pregnancy lifts your spirits and prepares you for labor and childbirth, but it's important to be extra cautious during your workouts. Whether you're a reformed couch potato or a conditioned athlete, following these 13 rules can keep you – and your baby – healthy

Exercise during pregnancy is well recognised as being both a safe and beneficial practice for mother and foetus. So while all women should be encouraged to engage in physical activity no studies have yet identified “how much is too much” which makes it necessary to be cautious an

To remain fit in pregnancy, you need to do hard work to maintain your figure and strengthen your key muscles. It’s said that nothing can be achieved without hard work. The first trimester is the best time to do this. You should do maximum exercise during this time period. It will help you to reduce the stress level and be happy. At various points during the first trimester, exercises become a challenging part. It’s because, during the exercise, the volume of blood, pumped out by the heart, increases and blood pressure decreases.

Dr. Elizabeth Pryor answers the question, How can pregnancy alter my exercise regime?

As a ton of you already know, I am newly into my first trimester of pregnancy. I have been getting so many questions regarding what moves are safe for the first trimester and how to workout in the first trimester. To be honest, not much has changed or actually changes! After all, I don’t have a …

These exercises will get you and your baby off to a happy, healthy nine months.

Staying healthy and fit when you're pregnant is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your baby. Learn about some of the exercises you can try.

Exercise during first trimester tends to be challenging. The volume of blood pumped out by the heart each minute increases by 5-6 weeks gestation and blood pressure is decreased. All of these changes, while unnoticeable on the outside can create feelings of dizziness, rapid hea

Get fit and feel fabulous during your first trimester with these fun fitness tips from What to Expect.

Low-impact exercises, such as yoga and swimming, are usually safe during pregnancy. Slightly more vigorous forms, such as jogging, are also appropriate in the early stages. Here, we explore the benefits of exercise during pregnancy, how to establish a good routine, and which activities are safe in the first trimester.

This 20 minute workout features cardio exercises for your first trimester of pregnancy, but also suitable for any trimester. Exercises feature safe yet effec...

Feeling a little lost about fitness in your first trimester? Exercising during the first couple of months isn’t usually a... read more