Our friends at WebMD have listed many of the most common pregnancy pains and their causes. Click here to view the entire article.
We will be discussing specific pregnancy exercises to help you avoid backaches during your pregnancy. Postural changes during pregnancy contribute directly to potential back pain. I say "potential" back pain because if you identify and understand the specific postural changes that happen to you during pregnancy, you can stretch, strengthen and support those areas of your body which relate directly to back pain. Your pregnancy exercise routine is critical.
Let's talk about "low back pain" specifically. While your baby is growing, weight is being distributed in the front which forces your body's center of gravity forward. Your lower back muscles must work hard to keep your body upright, much harder than they have ever worked before. Since you know this is going to happen, prepare your body and strengthen your "extensors" so they are able to carry the extra load. Your lower back, butt and hamstrings are your extensors.
Exercises such as:
- step ups
- lunges
- squats
Please consult your doctor first and seek advice from a Orange County Personal Trainer who specialize in pregnant exercise such as Fitness4Baby to ensure safe pregnancy exercises.
Fitness4Baby is dedicated to making your journey through pregnancy as enjoyable as possible. We want nothing more than to give the gift of fitness to you and your child and set the stage for a lifetime of health and fitness. Exercise during pregnancy can energize, relax and focus your body during this special time.
Thank you for your time and best of luck in your journey.
Sincerly,
Eric Johannsen
Fitness4Baby
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