{"id":71056,"date":"2012-04-25T20:34:31","date_gmt":"2012-04-26T02:34:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/?p=564"},"modified":"2021-12-09T13:40:35","modified_gmt":"2021-12-09T19:40:35","slug":"exercise-during-multiples-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/healthy-pregnancy\/is-it-safe\/exercise-during-multiples-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Safe Exercise During a Multiples Pregnancy"},"content":{"rendered":"

You have been told that you are expecting multiples and that you will need to gain more weight, eat more calories, and possibly expect greater pregnancy symptoms<\/a>. So, how do you exercise during a multiples pregnancy?<\/p>\n

Is exercise safe during a multiples pregnancy?<\/h2>\n

The answer to this question can be extremely confusing. The recommendation for a single pregnancy<\/a> is 30 minutes or more of moderate exercise a day. However, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) suggest that women carrying multiples refrain from aerobic exercise because of high risks for potential problems.<\/p>\n

It is best to discuss your desire to stay physically active with your health care provider. If you were physically active before you were pregnant, you will most likely be encouraged to remain active for as long as your health care provider feels it is safe.<\/p>\n

What exercises can I do?<\/h3>\n

Once you have received permission from your health care provider, you may begin an exercise routine. If you walked daily before your pregnancy, there is a good chance that you will be able to continue this for the first half of your pregnancy.<\/p>\n

Non-weight bearing exercises are often encouraged because they are tolerated better. Other exercises that are considered safe include stationary bike, arm exercises, and swimming. Many women find the buoyancy of the swimming pool comforting and enjoyable. Pregnancy yoga<\/a> and Kegel exercises<\/a> are also recommended.<\/p>\n

What exercises should I avoid?<\/h3>\n

You should refrain from doing any exercises that require you to lie flat on your back. Weight training and resistance exercises should also be avoided. You should also refrain from doing any type of exercise if you are running a fever or if it is hot and humid outside. Hot tubs<\/a> and saunas should be avoided as well.<\/p>\n

What are the warning signs that I need to stop exercising?<\/h3>\n