Having a healthy pregnancy is the goal of every expectant mother. Studies show that regular exercise – particularly aquatic exercise – can help women remain fit and healthy throughout their pregnancy and increase their chances of having a healthy baby. Aquatic Fitness Concepts provides advanced aquatic exercise equipment, which allows expectant women (and the entire family) to enjoy a safe, effective workout in the privacy of their own home environment.
Prenatal Health and Aquatic Exercise – What the Experts Say
According to a study published in the Journal of Perinatal Education [2003 Winter; 12 (1): 6-17], women who engage in regular aquatic exercise during pregnancy enjoy numerous benefits, for the baby as well as themselves. In this study, researchers reviewed more than 40 previous scientific studies on the subject of aquatic fitness and prenatal health. Their conclusions, in scientific terminology, were as follows:
Psychological stress increases the frequency of adverse fetal outcome.
Aquatic exercise during pregnancy has not been linked to adverse fetal outcome.
Rather, aquatic exercise during pregnancy appears to benefit the fetus.
Aquatic Fitness and Prenatal Health – Promoting Health of Mother and Baby
Expectant women should consult with their physician before beginning an exercise program. But the research is clear; aquatic fitness can help you enjoy a healthier pregnancy and increase your chances of having a healthy baby. To summarize the research findings above,
Psychological stress isn’t good for the baby.
Exercising in water during pregnancy is probably not harmful for mother or baby.
Rather, exercising in water while pregnant is probably good for mother and baby.
Gotta love those research scientists!
Of course, women should always consult with their doctor before starting any exercise program, whether land- or water-based.
Contact Aquatic Fitness Concepts in San Diego
Aquatic exercise has numerous benefits for prenatal health. You can find superior swim spa technology at Aquatic fitness concepts. Our swim spas are designed to help you remain fit and healthy through out your pregnancy. Contact us to learn more about how aquatic fitness can help you enjoy optimal prenatal health.
