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I’m kind of addicted to working out,
should I dial it down during pregnancy?
Love to feel the burn, do you? Good for you! You’re probably in
amazing shape and in which case you’re going to be one of
those annoying pregnant women that look supermodel slim from
the back, and then shock the hell out of people when you turn
around to reveal a watermelon sticking out of your torso. Lucky
for you, you don’t have to kiss your gym membership goodbye
for nine months. If you have an active workout routine before
pregnancy, you can most likely continue but always get consent
first from your doctor before rushing like a mad woman to your
next training session.
While there are some rare cases where exercise may not be
advised during pregnancy, for the most part, if you have an
uncomplicated pregnancy, getting your body moving for 20 -
30 minutes a day is extremely beneficial. However, it’s important
to speak to your doctor before starting or continuing any
exercise regimen during pregnancy, especially if it involves high
impact aerobics.
Whether you’re addicted to HIIT workouts or SoulCycle
classes, follow these top tips to make your workout safe
and successful:
•
Take frequent water breaks.
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Be sure to tell the instructor that you’re pregnant.
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Avoid any jarring movements that entail jumping or a rapid
changing of direction.
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Rather than using heavy weights, lift lighter ones but with
more reps.
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Refrain from walking lunges, as they might cause injury to the
connective tissue in your pelvic region.