The Benefits of Training During Pregnancy

As long as you are fit and healthy, and have no existing contraindications, then it is perfectly safe to continue training throughout your pregnancy. There are important physiological changes that occur during pregnancy and these must be taken into consideration when embarking on any exercise programme.

Some of the benefits of exercising during your pregnancy include:

• Increased energy levels and sense of wellbeing due to the release of endorphins
• Controlled weight gain
• Maintenance of muscle strength through functional training, which will help you to cope with the demands of labour and prepare you for motherhood
• Improved posture and less back pain
• Essential core work can help reduce postural changes which occur during pregnancy
• Strengthening your pelvic floor will mean you are less likely to suffer from urinary incontinence during the postnatal period
• Can help reduce constipation and varicose veins
• Quicker postnatal recovery