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NEW EXERCISE GUIDELINES FOR PREGNANCY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yvr-ixx5fdo

 

6 Recommendations

    • 1️⃣All women without contraindication should be physically active throughout pregnancy
    • 2️⃣Pregnant women should accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week
    • 3️⃣Physical activity should be accumulated over a minimum of three days per week
    • 4️⃣Pregnant women should incorporate aerobic exercise and resistance training activities to achieve   greater benefits
    • 5️⃣Pelvic floor muscle training  may be performed on a daily basis to reduce the risk of urinary incontinence
    • 6️⃣Pregnant women who experience light-headedness, experience nausea, or feel unwell when they exercise flat on their back should modify their exercise position to avoid the supine position.

You can read the FULL article here from the Global News.

 

Don’t forget to check out our amazing Fit Club member squatting when pregnant.   So impressive!!!

If you have questions about prenatal care or fitness programs during pregnancy contact drtara@pricehealth.ca

The Price Fit Club is a safe and caring environment for women to workout during pregnancy. Ask about our $69 Personal Training Trial to get started.

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