How to Stay Fit Like a Pro During Pregnancy

Staying Fit While Pregnant ?

Experts agree, when you're pregnant, it's important to keep moving: Pregnant women who exercise have less back pain, more energy, a better body image and, post-delivery, a faster return to their pre-pregnancy shape.

Right now, you're super-motivated to make healthy and lasting changes in your life. We share our favorite workouts to keep you active, along with essential exercise information and weight-gain guidance for pregnant women.

Being fit doesn't have to mean a big time commitment or fancy equipment. The following workout is simple, can be done at home, and is safe to do in each trimester.

Strengthening your core muscles (abs, back, and pelvic floor) is important for sustaining a healthy pregnancy and successful labor. Besides helping you push during childbirth, these muscles also maintain good posture, which can alleviate backaches and sciatica commonly associated with the later stages of pregnancy.