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| For many of us, pregnancy may seem like the perfect time to take an extra scoop of ice cream or lounge on the sofa in front of the TV a little longer. You probably feel a bit more lethargic then usual, your back may ache, and your ankles may swell. What better excuse to take it easy and set those workout shoes aside? After all, your gym clothes probably are a bit too tight and even your exercise shoes may not fit right since your foot has grown a half size larger. |
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Well there's good news and bad news and it's pretty much the same news. Exercise during pregnancy is good for both mother-to-be and baby. | |
Exercise can help you moderate your weight gain to a healthy range, improve circulation, ease joint discomfort and get your body in shape for its biggest event on delivery day.
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Research has shown that moderate exercise throughout pregnancy can shorten your labor time and quicken your postpartum recovery time. You can also regain your pre-pregnancy shape a lot faster. The bad news is that provided you have a normal pregnancy without complications, you really do not have an excuse to lounge on the couch and open another chip bag.
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