Pregnancy - not a reason to give up the weights and jogging

Many have heard about the special exercises for pregnant women, or yoga for pregnant women. And the expectant mother an Englishwoman even later date lifts weights and runs.

Former model Nell McAndrew, located already in the 37th week of pregnancy, does not want to run the body, after giving birth to her not to have to confront too much excess weight. And so it continued zealous sports training, which include not only running, but also exercise with weights.

"My message to other pregnant women: if you pre-conception regular sport, then keep doing it and after - says Nell. - If you do not want, it is also your choice. Do you think that I am doing wrong? Then bring any medical reasons against Sport during pregnancy So I listened to you. In the 37th week, I just want to keep a strong back and legs. After the first birth and breast-feeding my back ached more than a year. Now, I will not allow it. Even sometimes I joke that I will give birth at the gym, lifting weights. "

39-year-old woman is absolutely healthy, she has no complications related to pregnancy. And doctors say Nell that she can continue to engage in sports as much as he wants. Sport mode does not threaten her baby, but also goes in his favor. According to statistics, more than half of pregnant women as a result of gaining weight or become victims of obesity. Especially for this group of women experts have developed a system of exercises (such as weight and aerobic), which can be practiced during pregnancy.

Obesity may lead to pre-eclampsia, diabetes, cause birth defects. Finally, mothers with overweight children and are more likely to suffer from obesity. Of course, Nell is not pushing 50-kilogram barbell, its mode consists of 15-30 minutes of cardio stress, followed by various exercises with dumbbells: squatting, bending, stretching, etc. In addition, the expectant mother a lot of walking on foot and still feel great. Sport during pregnancy   It helps to maintain the mood at the maximum. (READ MORE)

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