Ideal Exercises For The 1st Trimester

Feb 05 2008

Exercise

Walking.

Benefits and suggestions

Walking can be adjusted to your daily energy level. You can choose your environment a peaceful park or a busy mall to match your needs. And you can ask a friend or your partner to come along.

Frequency and duration

A daily 20-30 minute walk is great, if you can.

Exercise

Biking

Benefits and suggestions

If you like biking. make the most of it in your first trimester biking gets tricky later because your belly gets in the way and balance becomes less reliable. Use a path and remember to wear a helmet.

Frequency and duration

Two to three times a week for 20-30 minutes.

Exercise

Low impact step classes

Benefits and suggestions

The company of others and a firm time commitment are motivators. You will be in climate-controlled, comfortable conditions throughout the year. Adjusting the height of your step sets your workout intensity.

Frequency and duration

Two to three times a week for no more than 45 minutes.

Exercise

Yoga

Benefits and suggestions

Slow, gentle yoga moves can help you breathe deeply and relax. As you carefully control your exercise through the entire range of motion, you will strengthen your muscles and improve your flexibility.

Frequency and duration

Daily for gentle workouts, or three times a week for more active sessions.