Is it okay to do sport while pregnant? It’s great to do sport, because exercise is good for your body and your mind – but you have to listen to your body and don’t try to be too ambitious.
Benefits: Regular exercise prevents and eases typical pregnancy-related complaints because it:
Recommended sports:
Sports to avoid:
Sport and antenatal exercise: Sport shouldn’t be seen as a replacement for antenatal exercise. In antenatal exercise classes you’ll learn breathing techniques and special exercises designed to ease the process of giving birth.
Points to remember when doing sport during pregnancy: