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Prenatal Excercise: Yoga
Yoga has seen a significant rise in popularity over the years. It goes beyond exercise to become a way of life for many people. The breathing exercises, strength training, balance, and stretching compliment each other to give you a very well-rounded exercise routine. Yoga can be an excellent way to add a little exercise to your routine during pregnancy. It is an excellent way to tone your muscles, increase your stamina, and prepare your mind and body for labor.
There are many different types of yoga, and depending on what you are looking for there is bound to me a style just right for you. Here are a few common styles of yoga.
Hatha: is a mellow form of yoga that focuses on simple poses done a comfortable pace. This is a perfect style for beginners and those who haven’t exercised in a while.
Kripalu: is a spontaneous, fluid, meditation-oriented form of yoga. It is designed to allow the student to gain better knowledge of the relationship between mind and body.
Viniyoga: is a slow paced, individualized style of yoga. The focus is on strength, balance and healing.
Sivananda: is the world’s largest school of yoga. This style consists of 12 poses that incorporate breathing, relaxation, and mantra chanting.
No matter what style of yoga you think is ideal for you be sure to look for a class led by an instructor who specializes in prenatal yoga. You can also enjoy yoga in the comfort of your home. There are many prenatal books and videos you can purchase.
As with any exercise program there are certain precautions you should take when practicing yoga during pregnancy. Avoid poses that require you to lay on your back or belly. Inverted poses should be limited to early in pregnancy as the increased pressure on your lungs later in pregnancy will make it difficult to breath. Do not push or pull yourself into a pose too far, you are more flexible during pregnancy and you may overstretch your muscles or ligaments. Avoid deep twists from the belly. Also, any pose that requires you to hold your breath for any length of time should be skipped. The key is to keep it safe and don’t do anything that makes you uncomfortable.
Before starting any exercise program, be sure to talk with you prenatal caregiver. Discuss what forms of exercise are ok, what you should avoid, and what signs you should look for that may indicate a problem.
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Prenatal yoga can really help one with staying fit during pregnancy.
Yoga as you said can also be a lifestyle. That is when it is at its best.