For most pregnant people, the answer is yes if your doctor or midwife allows it. If your doctor or midwife says yes, try to exercise about 2 ½ hours every week. That’s about 30 minutes a day. If 30 minutes feels like too much, you can break it up during the day. Going on three ten-minute walks per day is fine. …
Are there workouts I shouldn’t do?
Now is a great time to be active. Now is not the time to start extreme sports! Try not to do: Actions that jerk your body such as riding a horse or skiing. Contact sports such as basketball, soccer or boxing. High-risk activities such as scuba diving or rock climbing. Workouts at high temperatures such as hot yoga. Anything that …
Why should I work out?
Here are three good reasons to work out: It can help with stress and sleeping.It gives you a good chance of an easy delivery.It can prevent problems such as back pain, swelling and trouble pooping.Talk to your doctor or midwife about the right exercise for you. Have more questions?Return to libraryCall your Pacify doulaSources: ACOG, Mayo Clinic, March of Dimes