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Exercising while Pregnant
All the books tell you light exercise is OK during pregnancy as long as your doctor or midwife signs off. But what exactly is light exercise? And is it always safe?
"When I see a pregnant woman working out on the elliptical or stair climber at my gym, I just want to hug her for her fortitude," says Susan Magee, author of "Pregnancy Countdown." "Walking is a perfectly acceptable and doable exercise for nearly all pregnant gals. Yes, laps at the mall count!"
In other words, now is not the time to get into shape for your next marathon. Instead, find exercises that help you ease some of the discomforts of pregnancy, get ready for labor, and bounce back postpartum.
What's Too Much?
As long as your doctor or midwife approves, you can safely exercise during pregnancy. And, it's especially important to discuss your fitness routine with her if you play contact sports or do activities that have a high risk of falling.
Definitely stop your activity if you experience any of these warning signs:
- You're bleeding or leaking from your vagina.
- Your uterus is contracting.
- You feel dizzy.
- You feel chest pains.
- You're miserable.
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