- my iParenting
- quick clicks
- iparenting fitness articles
- iparenting fitness q&a
- community & groups
- research baby names
- prepare a birth plan
- content channels
- ip channel rss feeds
- read birth stories
- read parenting stories
- recommended books
- e-newsletters
- safety recalls
- ip diaries
- ip store
- mom of the month
- dad of the month
- editor's letter
- letters to the editor
From Our Sponsors
- e-newsletters
- Sign up to receive our free weekly e-newsletters
- award-winning products
The iParenting Media Awards program helps parents find the best products for their families.
Expert Q&A
 |  |  |
| By April Underwood Fitness Consultant Playa del Rey, California | ||
 |
I am an aerobics instructor and currently in my 29th week of pregnancy. I am still instructing step classes and plan to do so for as long as possibleuntil I deliver. I feel great after a teaching a classs, but I worry sometimes that I am working out too hard since my heart rate gets pretty high and I sweat a lot. Is this harmful to the baby? Should I stop even if I feel good after a good cardio workout?
First, I recommend that you consult your doctor. Second, check the Pregnancy Today Web site for the guidelines for exercise during pregnancy asput forth by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. If there aren't any complications and you don't feel exhausted after exercise, then great! Continue to be aware of how you feel. Make adjustments when required, drink more water than you think you need, and get plenty of rest.
Good luck!
Related Expert Q&A
- I am six weeks pregnant. Any suggestions as to how I can change my workout routine or is it safe to continue as I have been doing as though nothing has changed?
- What are the benefits of cardiovascular exercise when pregnant?
- I'm an avid golfer and just found out that I'm pregnant. Can I continue the sport and what precautions should I take?
- Can exercise be harmful to prenatal growth and development?
- What precautions should be taken when doing prenatal yoga?
More Answers by this Expert
- Can the change in the estrogen level from pregnancy play a part in my knee pain after running?
- If you exercise the Kegel muscles every day, how long would it take to see results? Are there any other methods that work?
- Am I putting my fetus at risk by running in a marathon at 61/2 weeks?
- Are step aerobics okay during pregnancy and if so, for how long (1st, 2nd, 3rd trimester)?
- Are yoga breathing techniques or exercises safe during pregnancy?