Benefits of Brisk walk in pregnancy: Normal delivery, Healthy weight gain, Post delivery weight loss!

Importance of Staying Physically Active During Pregnancy:

Pregnancy is Your Journey:

• Enjoy your own journey without stressing over others' experiences.
• This could be the best time of your life.

Physical Activity vs. Rest:

• Ask yourself, 'Should I stay physically active or take rest during pregnancy?' rather than asking others.
• Staying physically active is highly recommended.
• One of the best ways to stay active from the beginning of pregnancy to just before delivery is brisk walking.

Benefits of Staying Physically Active:

• Brisk walking during pregnancy can provide health benefits for both the mother and the baby.
  1. Reduces the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus.
  2. Alleviates back pain.
  3. Eases constipation.
  4. Promotes healthy weight gain during pregnancy.
  5. Helps in the spontaneous onset of labor, reducing the risk of cesarean delivery.
  6. Helps in weight loss after the baby's birth.

Advice:

• Consult your gynecologist whenever you feel the need.

Source:- 

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8395880/ 

2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6742678/ 

3. https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2020/04/physical-activity-and-exercise-during-pregnancy-and-the-postpartum-period