Two of the most common problems I see as a Physiotherapist is women enduring aches and pains (especially around the back and pelvis) and worries around extra weight and loss of health and fitness.
During pregnancy we are bombarded with a lot of new and varying information and sometimes it is hard to decide what we should and shouldn’t be doing. That is why when you choose exercises prescribed by a Physiotherapist with a special interest in pregnancy you know you are getting exactly what you need – safe and effective exercise particularly designed to cater for the changes in your body throughout pregnancy. Some of these changes include: stretching of the tummy muscles, ligaments getting softer, posture changes and weight gain. It is important to remember that all these changes are normal, but at the same time you do need to take these changes into consideration when exercising.
There are lots of reasons why every pregnant women should be doing a physiotherapist designed Pregnancy Exercise DVD:
These include:
· Prevent or alleviate pain
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· Increase core strength
· Stronger back muscles
· Stronger pelvic muscles
· Improved posture
· Improved fitness
· Improved breath awareness and relaxation
To be able to remove the guess work when it comes to performing exercises, be sure to purchase a pregnancy DVD designed by a Physiotherapist -to ensure you are presented the most risk-free and effective exercises for you, which include some you can continue to do after your baby will come.
Keep in mind Physiotherapist are consultants not only in recommending work outs but also in understanding the changes that are occurring to your body throughout pregnancy.
Melissa Macdonald (Physiotherapist).