Moving is magic!
Regular exercise is important for all of us. In pregnancy, exercise heals you by strengthening your body, relieving tension, improving circulation and contributing to a feeling of wellbeing and balance. Many common complaints and aches that are felt during pregnancy can be relieved through movement.
BACKACHE
The changes in your body during pregnancy cause a shift in the centre of gravity, affecting your posture. Your expanding belly ”pulls” the abdomen forward, causing the spine to assume a greater curve than normal. The abdominal muscles elongate and stretch up to 20cm to accommodate the expanding uterus. The recti muscles separate down the middle and results in your back picking up the slack, causing more strain.
WHAT TO DO
■ Get onto all fours with your back as flat as possible. Visualise pulling your pubic bone towards your
