Sport when you're pregnant: not dangerous, on the contrary .

A sport practiced in moderation does not cause miscarriage, premature labor, or contractions. On the contrary. The exercise allows a better oxygenation of the body , a good circulation of blood and avoids us to take extra pounds. We will also find a normal silhouette and a flat stomach soon after delivery.

It goes without saying that violent sports that force one to run, run out of breath, or include risks of falling, knocks or jolts (team sports, horseback riding, combat sports , skating, etc.) are contraindicated.

Walk

It's easy, even if you're not athletic. And we can practice on a daily basis. Walking activates the blood circulation in the legs and strengthens the abdominal strap. And as we are outside, the bowl of fresh air allows us to absorb the 25% extra oxygen that we need when we are pregnant (the baby in the stomach is a big consumer of oxygen). Ideal during pregnancy: walk 30 minutes a day.

Swim

With walking, swimming is the most appropriate sport during pregnancy. We let ourselves be lulled by the relaxing water and we feel lighter. Swimming allows to work the abs , back muscles, thighs and perineum, which will be solicited during childbirth. This also causes the pelvis to mobility: it is important to relieve the back and be well positioned on D-day during delivery. Finally, the breaststroke, swimming on the back or crawl are perfect for coordinating breathing, capital to control contractions. And you can swim until the day before delivery.

Pilates

This gentle gymnastics solicits deep muscles like the transverse, abdominal muscle that stabilizes the trunk. Thanks to the breathing exercises which underlie the work, one acquires a good general posture of the body, by the holding of the spine. And one becomes more aware of one's body: a good preparation for childbirth. Pilates is practiced lying on a carpet or on 4 legs, ideal position for the pregnant woman.

Try aquawork

This is a new form of more fun water aerobics, a kind of fitness in the water on the principle of muscle strengthening, using a foam fry equipped with a rubber band. The aquawork is mainly based on the work of the abs, glutes, lumbar without shock or forcing. With the added benefits of pressure and massage of water on the body. All in relaxation and stretching, and in music!

To find out more about sport when you are pregnant: "Ma Gym Special Pregnancy" by Brigitte Parnet-Evain, Ed. First, 9,95 €