Copyright 2005 Raymond KellyThere are many benefits for women who wish to exercise through their pregnancy. Exercise can:·Increase energy levels ·Help prevent feelings of discomfort, clumsiness, and unattractiveness ·Improve circulation, reduce swelling and formation of varicose veins in the lower legs ·Help tone muscles allowing the body to return to its pre-pregnancy state much faster ·Improve posture, so less back acheThe major concerns of training whilst pregnant are:·Foetal hypoxia (lack of oxygen for the baby) ·Foetal hyperthermia (internal temperature gets too hot) ·Reduced carbohydrate supply to the foetus (baby doesn't get enough food) These should only be concerns if Click here to read more from this article
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Pregnancy is not without its side effects. During pregnancy your body will undergo many hormonal changes. These hormone fluctuations can result in a variety of unpleasant symptoms including: nausea, fatigue, bloating and fluid retention and mood swings.What's a pregnant woman to do? Believe it or not, there are many changes you can make to your diet that will help minimize many of the common pregnancy complaints you are having.Nausea/Morning Sickness - This is one of the more common complaints pregnant women have, particularly during their first trimester. Many women find that sipping on somefizzy soda water with fresh squeezed lemon Click here to read more from this article
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