Fitness in the first trimester of pregnancy is the perfect solution for those who want to keep their body toned.
In addition, you can maintain your body in good shape from the very beginning of pregnancy and not gain weight. In the future it will help you to transfer the process of childbirth more easily and to return to the former form more quickly after the appearance of the baby.
But before you start exercising, you should consider your condition. Fitness in the first trimester of pregnancy has its own characteristics.
In the first 13-14 weeks of pregnancy an embryo is formed, so physical exertion should be limited. Eliminate the load on the press. It is very good to do breathing exercises, to train the hips.
Fitness for pregnant women: exercises at home
Without special difficulties you can learn basic exercises on fitness at home. Let's consider some of them:
- sit-ups with a chair - leaning on the back of a chair, do sit-ups, slightly spreading your legs apart;
- strengthening the oblique muscles of the abdomen - alternately move your legs crosswise forward, sideways and backwards (you can lean on the back of the chair);
- circular pelvic rotations;
- torso of the trunk (right, left, forward and backward);
- circular rotation of the feet (you can stand on tiptoe).
Also we offer to your attention several visual complexes of exercises.
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For lovers of oriental philosophy, exercises with elements of yoga are suitable .
There are some contraindications for fitness in the first trimester for pregnant women. This is a threat of abortion, bleeding, anemia, multiple pregnancies and painful sensations in the abdomen. Therefore, before starting the classes, it is better to consult a doctor beforehand.
To maintain a good shape, it is enough to do exercises every day for 15-20 minutes. Wear comfortable clothes during classes. Avoid both overheating and hypothermia, drink enough water.
1 trimester is the time of new changes, and fitness for pregnant women will bring a lot of benefit to you and your baby. Listen to your body, and you are guaranteed a great mood throughout your pregnancy.