Stay fit when pregnant: 10 reasons to exercise for a healthy pregnancy

By Namita S Kalla | January 22, 2025

Stay fit when pregnant: 10 exercise for a healthy pregnancy

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Exercise releases endorphins that help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, leading to a happier, more relaxed pregnancy experience

Being happy

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Regular physical activity improves circulation and oxygen flow, combating fatigue and boosting energy, allowing you to stay active

Better energy levels

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Exercise promotes faster sleep onset and improves sleep quality by relieving pregnancy discomforts like back pain and restlessness

Better sleep

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Strengthening core and pelvic muscles through exercise reduces strain on the lower back and pelvis, helping ease discomfort

Eases pain

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Regular exercise helps regulate blood sugar levels, preventing excessive weight gain and reducing the risk of gestational diabetes

Regulates BP levels

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Exercising improves stamina, muscle tone, and strength, making labour easier and promoting quicker recovery post-delivery

Prepares for labour and delivery

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Physical activity boosts circulation, helping reduce swelling in the feet, ankles, and hands, and preventing varicose veins

Improves circulation

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Regular exercise helps control weight gain during pregnancy, ensuring it benefits both the mother and baby without excess

Healthy weight gain

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It strengthens muscles, including the pelvic floor, preparing your body for pregnancy changes, labour,  and postpartum recovery

Strengthens muscles

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Staying active during pregnancy helps maintain fitness, making it easier to regain strength and shape after childbirth

Maintains fitness

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