Pregnancy Fitness In Surrey

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Pregnancy Fitness In Surrey
FAQs

Could exercise cause me to have a miscarriage?
No, although your midwife may advise you not to exercise until after 12 weeks into your pregnancy if you have had two or more previous miscarriages.

Can I start an exercise programme if I didn’t exercise before I was pregnant?
If you did no exercise prior to pregnancy, you should begin with a low intensity walking programme, or an antenatal exercise class taught by a qualified instructor. Don’t start jogging, running or any other high impact activity if you didn’t do it before you were pregnant. Gradually increase the duration of your exercise & listen to your body… if you feel tired, stop or cut back the duration, intensity, or frequency of exercise.

Who should not exercise during pregnancy?
See When Not To Exercise for contraindications to exercise during pregnancy. If you have a healthy, normal pregnancy you may exercise with the consent of your midwife or doctor. All women who choose to exercise during pregnancy should discuss their decision with their doctor prior to starting an exercise programme.

When should I stop exercising?
If you experience any of the following symptoms you should stop exercising immediately & seek medical advice. How much weight is it normal to gain during my pregnancy?
Everyone is different, but it is likely you will gain between 1.5 & 2.5 stones during your pregnancy. People who are underweight at the start of their pregnancy may gain more, & those who are overweight may gain less. It is important to remember that if you gain excess weight during your pregnancy (greater than 3 stones), you may be at a greater risk of gestational diabetes & high blood pressure.

How intensely should I exercise during pregnancy?
Monitoring how hard you’re exercising is very important during pregnancy, but heart rate can vary so much during pregnancy that it may not be the best measure to use. Because of these changes, it is better to use perceived exertion instead of heart rate as a measure of intensity. Remember this is not the time to improve your cardiovascular fitness but to maintain it. Use the talk test - you should be able to carry on a conversation while you exercise: if you’re gasping for breath, slow down, if you can sing, you could work a little harder!

Can I do sit-ups?
Strong abdominal & lower back muscles (your postural or ‘core’ muscles) are key to any pregnancy exercise routine, but current guidelines suggest avoiding exercise on your back after the 4th month. We recommend more core strength work, & working with a Fitball, rather than sit ups, which avoid the need to exercise on your back, & are more effective at strengthening these muscles.

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