What’s the best type of exercise during the third trimester?
Swimming is an excellent form of exercise and can be maintained safely throughout pregnancy It improves circulation, increases muscle tone and strength, builds endurance, and is favoured in late pregnancy as it makes you feel almost weightless. Many women find aquanatal classes enjoyable exercising while standing in water is gentle on the joints and helps reduce swelling in the legs, common in late pregnancy Aquanatal classes may be run either by a local midwife or by an exercise teacher trained to teach pregnant women. Walking is a good form of exercise for this later stage of pregnancy as it keeps you fit without jarring your knees and ankles. Take some water to drink to avoid dehydration Yoga and pilates are good if you can find a registered practitioner experienced in dealing with pregnant women. Yoga teaches breathing and relaxation techniques that can help with the demands of labour and birth. Many pilates exercises are done in a “hands and knees” position, which is ideal for pre
