Exercising during pregnancy? - MiniMins.com

Rayven · 12th August, 2008

I'm getting really, really, really bored with sitting around during this pregnancy. I know swimming and walking are ok during pregnancy but i really don't feel comfortable getting into a cozzy and jumping into a pool (especially as its the summer hols and the place will be jam packed full of kids!) I have a exercise bike and a mini stepper at home though and was wondering whether its ok to use them? I'm currently about half way through the pregnancy & i'm not suggesting spending hours a day on them but the thought of spending the next 20 weeks doing nothing exercise wise except lift the remote control up and press a button is driving me mad!

Bea · 13th August, 2008

I would check with your doctor at your next visit. Exercise bikes are generally not recommended however lots of pregnant ladies go the gym if they have gone consistently before they were pregnant....I was going for about 6 months before I got pregnant but my doctor just recommended walking.....better to be safe and check what your doc think....

Rayven · 13th August, 2008

thanks for the reply. I've actually just been on the nhs website & got some info that might be handy for other expectant mums

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If you're enjoying a normal, healthy pregnancy, it's a good idea to carry on doing some exercise, providing that you're not undertaking a strenuous new regime. However, you should check with your GP, or midwife, that exercising won't pose a risk for your specific medical situation.
Cycling is a good activity to do while pregnant, but it isn't usually recommended after the second trimester of pregnancy (after 26 weeks) due to the risk of falls. However, you can use an exercise bike for as long as you like.

xjuliex · 14th August, 2008

i used my exercise bike up until i was about 30+ weeks. You could also try walking up and down your stairs as this is good exercise and also helps baby get into good position for birth

Bea · 15th August, 2008

Thanks for posting that advice.

Julie - did excerise help you with weight gain - just curious as I stopped (more or less) once I found out I was pregnant and gain 2 stone approx.

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Bea So worth the pounds!! Bea's Profile Albums Bea's Photo Gallery Join Date: 9th June, 2007 Posts: 2,324 My Mood: Rep Power: 43 Diet: following low GI and exercise	I would check with your doctor at your next visit. Exercise bikes are generally not recommended however lots of pregnant ladies go the gym if they have gone consistently before they were pregnant....I was going for about 6 months before I got pregnant but my doctor just recommended walking.....better to be safe and check what your doc think.... __________________ [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wV3aaoH/]

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Bea So worth the pounds!! Bea's Profile Albums Bea's Photo Gallery Join Date: 9th June, 2007 Posts: 2,324 My Mood: Rep Power: 43 Diet: following low GI and exercise	Thanks for posting that advice. Julie - did excerise help you with weight gain - just curious as I stopped (more or less) once I found out I was pregnant and gain 2 stone approx. __________________ [url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wV3aaoH/]

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