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10 Reasons to Exercise in Pregnancy

From Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE,
Your Guide to Pregnancy & Childbirth.
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  1. Helps decrease fatigue, even in the first trimester. This is also true of insomnia.

  2. Can help women have a shorter labor. This is particularly true if you use movement in labor by changing positions.

  3. Has been shown to help women lose pregnancy weight faster.

  4. Helps with endurance during pregnancy and labor. We know labor is a marathon - so train for it!

  5. Decreases aches and pains associated with pregnancy.

  6. Can help reduce likelihood of tearing or severe trauma from episiotomy.

  7. Can reduce the number of cesareans that are necessary.

  8. It's fun and feels great!

  9. Leads to a faster postpartum recovery. Add breastfeeding to kick start the weight loss of postpartum.

  10. It's a habit that once started will lead to a lifetime of good fitness.

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