By remaining active throughout pregnancy, a woman can develop the strength she needs to carry the extra weight and maintain habits that will help her lose it after the birth.
Click on the link below to see what you should and shouldn't do for exercise during pregnancy.
Now this is just a general guideline for the normal circumstances.
DO the following exercise during pregnancy
Do exercise regularly (three times a week).
Warm up for the exercise for 5 to 10 minutes with light activity.
Exercise for 20 to 30 minutes at your target heart rate.
Cool down after exercise with 5 to 10 minutes of slow activity and gentle stretching.
Drink water before, after and during exercise.
Eat enough to support the needs of the pregnancy and the needs of the exercise.
DON'T do the following during pregnancy
Don't do vigorous exercise after long periods of inactivity.
Don't do exercise in hot, humid weather.
Don't exercise when you are sick with a fever.
Don't stand motionless for long periods of time or exercise while your lying on your back after the first trimester.
Don't exercise when you experience any discomfort or pain.
Don't do any bouncy movements or activities that can harm your abdomen.
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