How to stay fit while pregnant: 5 exercises that won’t stress your joints, according to a pregnancy PT

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How to stay fit while pregnant: 5 exercises that won’t stress your joints, according to a pregnancy PT

By Helen Wilson-Beevers

3 years ago

1 min read

Unsure which exercises are best during pregnancy? These are the fitness moves you can do to strengthen your pelvic floor and other key muscles, without putting pressure on your joints. 

Pregnancy is often an exciting yet overwhelming time. You’ve got to contend with the fact that your body is changing on a near-weekly basis, as well as planning for the arrival of a life-changing bundle of joy. The nine-month journey might take you through emotional and physical highs and lows because of hormonal fluctuations, pregnancy symptoms like fatigue and of course, mounting anticipation.    

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