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title: How to stay fit when pregnant
date: 2017-09-07T10:59:00+10:00
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# How to stay fit when pregnant

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  In *“[How to stay fit when pregnant](https://www.ricardoriskalla.com/volumes/documents/nine/how-to-stay-fit-when-pregnant.pdf)”*, **[Nine](https://www.ricardoriskalla.com/media/category/nine)** debunks common myths surrounding exercise during pregnancy and provides safe, practical guidance for expectant mothers. Personal trainer Ricardo Riskalla contributes expert advice throughout the article, emphasising the benefits of staying active while pregnant, such as reducing gestational diabetes risk, easing postnatal recovery, and improving overall wellbeing.

Ricardo offers practical recommendations, including 30 minutes of moderate daily exercise, brisk walking, yoga, and pilates under professional guidance, while advising against lying on the back, heavy weights, or high-impact activities. His insights help pregnant women maintain fitness safely and confidently.

Exercise increases oxygenation and nutrients delivered to your baby.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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