Exercise During Pregnancy Part 2: Contraindications, Benefits and Local Resources

A few weeks ago we discussed exercise recommendations, safety and modifications during pregnancy. Today we are going to finish off the topic by discussing contraindications to exercising while pregnant, the benefits and even give you some incredible local resources!
Contraindications:
Although the last blog post discussed how women should be active during pregnancy, we have to be sure that we are not encouraging women with contraindications to exercise outside the limits of what is safe. Please also keep in mind that every pregnancy is different and every woman is different!
We will approach contraindications as a traffic light:
Red Light (Absolute Contraindications):
Unexplained persistent vaginal bleeding
Ruptured cervix
Triplets +
Pre-eclampsia
Placenta previa after 28 weeks
Uncontrolled gestational diabetes, hypertension or thyroid issues
Yellow Light (Relative Contraindications)
Recurrent pregnancy loss
Gestational hypertension
History of spontaneous preterm birth
Twins after 28 weeks
Malnutrition or eating disorder
Green Light (Go For It)
Any other circumstance
Whether you were active or not before you got pregnant!
Please be sure to stop exercising if you experience:
Persistent excessive shortness of breath
Severe chest pain
Regular and painful contractions
Vaginal bleeding
Persistent loss of fluid from the vagina indicating membrane rupture
Persistent dizziness or faintness
Even if you are not experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, please pay attention to your body during an exercise session. You may have to modify or scale an exercise if you are experiencing: pelvic pain, pelvic heaviness, urinary incontinence, bulging feelings in the vaginal opening and amount of weight gain. Modifications and scaling will happen sooner with multiples and subsequent pregnancies. Athletic background will also impact this. Dr. Sarah can always help you determine what is going to be safe for you throughout your pregnancy as well. Please be sure to ask her any questions you may have at your next appointment.
Benefits: We all know that there are benefits associated with exercise. Exercise is very beneficial during pregnancy and a healthier mom literally equals a healthier baby. Benefits of exercise include:
Reduces maternal weight gain
Reduces risk of gestational diabetes
Reduces risk of gestational hypertension
Less likely to need a cesarean
Less likely to have fetal macrosomia
Reduced risk of postpartum depression
Potentially reduced length of 1st and 2nd stages of labor
Local Resources: When it comes to local resources it can sometimes be difficult to find providers or coaches who have the appropriate amount of knowledge to keep you safe during your pregnancy and your postpartum period. Who we love: KiNETiX Strength & Wellness: Melissa Curtis & Jessica Kleinhammer AGAPE Physical Therapy: Nabila Jutha, PT & Natalia Farnsworth, DPT If you have questions or concerns, always ask your healthcare provider!
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