Do Very Little Exercise for Pregnant Women
A new study in the USA reveals that pregnant women do not achieve the necessary amount of exercise. Researchers at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, found that only 23% of pregnant women have the amount of exercise recommended by health authorities and private health groups.
State organizations recommend pregnant women to at least 30 minutes of exercise during pregnancy, or 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise weekly.
The study shows that women who exercise regularly during pregnancy have better birth, reduces the chances of developing diabetes, hypertension and depression.
The types of exercises recommended for pregnant women include walking, swimming, bicycling, aerobics classes and soft. These activities are recommended even for those women who were not exercising before you are pregnant.
Jogging, racket sports and strength training are also good as are practiced in moderation.
The sports are not recommended are those contacts, diving and skiing.
Also, before starting any type of training while pregnant it is best to talk to your doctor about your options and what is the best exercise for you.