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Maria Borets, obstetrician-gynecologist:
"Physical activity and sports infitness mode, that is, non-professional, of course, useful for both pregnant and for everyone else. If everything goes well and the obstetrician-gynecologist who is observing you is not against it, physical activity is welcome. But only a few rules should be observed: The most important thing is that you should not drastically change your lifestyle. Pregnancy to heal with exercise is not worth it. In such cases, doctors simply recommend regular walks in the fresh air. If any sport has been a part of your life for a long time, then you should only slightly modify your activities. In the first and third trimesters, it is desirable to reduce their intensity. During the whole pregnancy it is better to exclude exercises aimed at reducing the rectus abdominis muscles, and also to exclude the lifting of heavy objects (more than 5 kg). Yoga instructors usually do not recommend women who did not practice actively during the two years before pregnancy to practice yoga. the case of not playing sports if there is no physical strength and desire. This can be a signal that physical activity can harm. A very good sport is swimming, because all muscle groups are involved. The main thing you should pay attention to is personal hygiene in the public pool. Think about what kind of activity you are interested in, plan your activity and discuss it with your doctor. This is the best option! But in no case do not start training yourself. "
