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Eat and Exercise for Two – What Type of Exercise is best During Pregnancy?

January 16, 2007 by GreatDad Writers 2 Comments

According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, low-impact exercise that requires moderate exertion is probably best during pregnancy. Walking, swimming, dancing and cycling seem to be comfortable pregnancy exercises that can be enjoyed by most women.

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), many different types of exercise can be safe for most pregnant women. They do recommend following these guidelines when choosing a pregnancy exercise plan:

  • Make sure your partner avoids activities in which pregnant women can get hit in the abdomen, like kickboxing, soccer, basketball or ice hockey
  • Steer your spouse clear of pregnancy exercises in which women can fall, like horseback riding, downhill skiing, and gymnastics
  • Do not let your spouse scuba dive as a form of pregnancy exercise. Scuba diving can create gas bubbles in the baby’s blood that can cause many health problems

Also See:

  • What Guidelines should my spouse follow?
  • Is Exercise Safe for All Pregnant Women?
  • How Will I know if my spouse is overdoing it?
  • How can I help my wife prepare her Body for Labor and Delivery?
  • Why Exercise During Pregnancy?

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  1. New York Bill says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    How about tennis. I see a lot of pregnant women playing tennis. that has to be tough on them. Does anyone have data on this?

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  2. Tom says

    November 30, -0001 at 12:00 am

    I bought my wife one of those G2 Fit maternity stretch mats and she loves it since there are self guiding pictures on it. I don’t even have to be in the room with her! haha kidding.

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