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I have been told by my dr not to do kickboxing while pregnant - my class I go to is amazing and I really want to get back at it. All we use is a punching bag , to kick and hit. Original poster's comments 1. Same here! I've been kickboxing for almost a year now and my doctor told me to stop when I first got pregnant. It's hard for me to stay focused and go back to a regular gym! I want to stay active and continue to exercise but I really miss kickboxing!
It's just not a good idea no matter how much you enjoy it. Keep in mind that loosening ligaments and joints during pregnancy can make running harder on your knees and also make you more prone to injury — yet another reason not to overdo it. Kickboxing during pregnancy: Kickboxing takes a great deal of grace and speed — two things pregnant women don't typically have a lot of.
Many pregnant kickboxers find they can't kick as high or move as quickly, but if you're still comfortable getting your exercise from getting your kicks, and you have plenty of experience no novices now , it's okay to continue while you're expecting. Just be sure to avoid any movements that you have difficulty with or that cause you to strain. Look for pregnancy-specific classes or only do the moves that you can easily complete — and as always, don't overdo it.
Outdoor sports during pregnancy bicycling, hiking, skating, skiing : It's not the time to take up a new sport — especially one that challenges your balance — but experienced athletes should be able to continue these activities with their practitioner's approval and some precautions. When hiking, be sure to avoid uneven terrain especially later on in pregnancy, when it won't be easy to see that rock in your path , high altitudes no higher than 6, feet and slippery conditions and of course, rock climbing is out.
The American College of Gynecology ACOG does not recommend outdoor biking during pregnancy because you have the potential to fall on your belly, especially since your balance is often compromised.
As for ice skating, you can give it a whirl and a figure 8 early in pregnancy if you're experienced and careful — later on, you'll probably face balance issues, so stop as soon as you get more bulky than graceful. Ditto for Rollerblading. Downhill skiing should be avoided altogether — even if you've got years of double black diamonds under your belt; the risk of a serious fall is too great after all, even pros take the occasional tumble.
And, of course, no matter what activity's taking you outdoors or to the indoor rink , make sure you don't work out to the point of exhaustion. Step routines during pregnancy: As long as you're already in good shape and have experience doing step routines, it's usually fine to continue them during much of your pregnancy.
Just remember that your joints are more prone to injury when you're pregnant, so stretch out well and don't overexert yourself. And, of course, don't step on something too high off the ground — as your abdomen expands, you should be avoiding any activities that require careful balance. What to Expect follows strict reporting guidelines and uses only credible sources, such as peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions and highly respected health organizations.
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