STAY ACTIVE
- Wei Wei MacFarlane
- Apr 27, 2020
- 1 min read
Updated: Jan 12, 2021
Pregnant mum has more reasons to keep active! HOORAY!!
I really miss my pretty and sexy outfits during pregnancy. Fear of being out-of-shape haunted me. However, that is not the reason to keep active.
Why body is out-of-shape during pregnancy? Hormones relaxes the body muscle to ensure uterus stretching for fetal development.
Embrace and take care of your body. Cardio workout helps with blood and body fluid circulation. Yoga improve your flexibility, helps with hips opening for labour.
I was active in cardio workout and yoga throughout my pregnancy - most active in second trimester, up to three times per week. I did daily household chores as usual to keep active, asked help from family members whenever I feel unwell. Swimming and walking are highly recommended. As the ligaments around pregnant woman's spine, hips and pelvis soften, they are less stable, more likely to have an injury, therefore I do make sure not to overstretch. Always remember, DO NOT PUSH YOURSELF, BE KIND TO YOURSELF.
During my pregnancy, I found some instructors on Youtube have good videos on the workouts. I hope by sharing the links may help you. Otherwise, you may find your preference. Hereby listed:
BodyFit by Amy
20 Minute 2nd Trimester Prenatal Cardio Workout
BodyFit by Amy
Third Trimester Prenatal Cardio Workout --- But Good for ANY Trimester of Pregnancy!
PsycheTruth
Prenatal Yoga for Beginners, All Trimesters, Weight Loss & Flexibility for Healthy Moms
Keynote
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