ScienceDaily (Aug. 12, 2009) — Physicians should recommend low to moderate levels of exercise to their pregnant patients, even if they have not exercised prior to pregnancy, states a report published in the August 2009 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS). According to this review article, exercise can strengthen and improve overall musculoskeletal and physiologic health as well as pregnancy related symptoms. Exercise such as aerobics, impact and nonimpact activities, resistance training and swimming: Benefits of exercise and keeping fit during pregnancy

As well as increasing your energy levels, gentle exercise can also help:

• Reduce discomforts such as constipation, cramps and backache.
• Make you feel stronger and able to cope with everyday tasks.
• Make you sleep better.
• Reduce stress and help to fend off any pregnancy blues.
• Keep you looking and feeling good.
• Meet other mums-to-be.
• Get your body shape back faster after your baby’s born.
• Prepare you for labour.

Ref: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (2009, August 12). Exercise Is Healthy For Mum And Child During Pregnacy, Report States. ScienceDaily. Retrieved October 19, 2009, from http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/08/09083122728.htm

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