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The Benefits Of Exercising During Pregnancy

By on September 20, 2011

If you are the kind who is constantly complaining of an aching back, constipation, swollen legs, cramps and exhaustion, you are not alone. Welcome to the world of pregnancy hormones. The effect of pregnancy hormones can put a dampener on the morale of even the most vivacious, witty, relaxed and exuberant woman.

While the effects of the hormones stay till you give birth, you can greatly reduce or minimize the discomfort caused by them with the help of exercise. You need to incorporate at least 30 minutes of exercise in your pregnancy repertoire. You can thus be assured of some of the benefits of exercising daily which are as follows.

Stamina

Getting too much rest during pregnancy can be counter-productive. It will make you feel dull, restless and lethargic. You are also likely to be more attuned to every symptom while you sit on the couch. So get a move on and get moving. Half an hour of exercise will go a long way in making you feel fresh and rejuvenated.

Sleep

If you are complaining of insomnia, then it is about time that you tire your body out. Get some form of exercise like brisk walking and swimming which will help you sleep better at night. And if you sleep better you will wake u feeling rested and peppy.

Health

Exercise prevents a host of pregnancy related complications like gestational diabetes, high blood pressure and excess weight. Gestational diabetes is fast becoming an increasingly common phenomenon among pregnant women.

Your Mood

Exercise causes your brain to release endorphins which help you feel good after a workout. They also help diminishing stress and anxiety. So keep your mood swings at bay with 30-40 minutes of cardio-boosting exercises.

Your Back

If you are the kind who has been diligently working out on your core and abs, you are likely to have a pregnancy which is devoid of back ache. Having a strong trunk will enable you to take the weight of the baby without putting excess pressure on the back.

Your Muscles

Exercise will also prevent leg cramps and a belly ache. So if you want to give rest to those sore muscles, do some pregnancy stretches for your arms, back and legs. These will keep your muscles exercised and in phenomenal shape.

Bowels

If you want to fight constipation, do so with exercise. It will help the food to get digested faster and will also help the food to move down faster from the bowels. A regular bowel movement will keep a host of tummy troubles at bay.

Labour

The benefits of exercise extend well into labour. You will find it much easier to deliver the baby when your pelvic muscles and back have been exercised. You will also not crumble with exhaustion during intense labour pains

Post Partum Recovery

Getting back on your toes is much faster in an exercised body. Stitches heal faster and you also have the energy and pep to look after your baby. You are also likely to get rid of the excess flab if you have been exercising regularly. One reason for this is an elevated body metabolism.

The Baby

Babies of active mothers are sharper and smarter as per a study. They have healthier birth weights. They are less prone to colic and sleep well at night. They are also less likely to be stressed out during delivery.

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