Exercise FAQs

Yoga is a great pregnancy exercise as it doesn’t put too much strain on the joints, has been shown to reduce anxiety, and even help women stay calm in labour.

Swimming and doing other low-impact aquanatal exercise is a particularly good way to stay active during pregnancy because the water supports your body.

Doing pelvic floor exercises regularly will help prevent you accidentally leaking wee when you cough or strain, both during your pregnancy and after your baby is born.

How much exercise you should do during pregnancy will depend on how active you were before you got pregnant and any health issues you may have. Find out how to exercise safely for you and your baby.

Yoga is an activity that focuses on mental and physical wellbeing. It uses a series of body positions (called postures) and breathing exercises.

No. Exercise has not been shown to cause miscarriage. If your pregnancy is uncomplicated, it is safer to exercise than not.

Walking is a safe and simple way to stay active during pregnancy. It’s the perfect activity to start with if you’re not used to exercise.

Being active during your pregnancy is safe and healthy for you and your baby, it is likely to give you more energy, help you sleep better and improve your mood.

Pelvic girdle pain (PGP), or symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD), is fairly common in pregnancy. It can make exercise harder but there are things you can do.

Most types of exercise are fine even if you are overweight. Being active during your pregnancy is safe and healthy for you and your baby.

Not in itself. In fact, women with uncomplicated pregnancies who exercise have been shown to have a reduced risk of premature birth.

Exercising during your pregnancy is safe and healthy. You can do most types of exercise in pregnancy, including running, Pilates, weights, yoga and swimming.