I’m pregnant. Should I be monitoring my heart rate when I exercise?This is a super common question and something that causes a lot of stress and confusion for pregnant women. And you know what? The recommendation for pregnant women to keep their heart rates below 140 bpm was big in the 90s. But just like big perms, shoulder pads and flowery maternity dresses, things go out of date. And these guidelines have certainly gone out of date.In this episode, I’m diving deep into why monitoring your heart rate during exercise is oh-so 1990s and I’ll break down what you should be doing instead.HERE’S WHAT WE COVER:Previous ACOG guidelines for exercise during pregnancy – and why they changed their minds.Changes in the circulatory system during pregnancyThe latest pregnancy exercise recommendationsHow to monitor the intensity of your workouts (without a heart rate tracker)Signs to stop exercising immediately________________ Read the show notes, including a transcript of this episode with all links and resources HEREDM Rachel on Instagram: @fertilityco________________  Does your pelvic floor need a little extra TLC? Take the Pelvic Floor Quiz and find out how to start strengthening your pelvic floor today! Want to make sure you’re exercising safely during your pregnancy? Get your Free Guide: 10 Exercises to Avoid During Pregnancy.Support the showWhenever you're ready, here's a few ways I can help you! Just getting started?Get my Fertility Roadmap – My simple 3-step system to understanding your body’s natural fertile signs and pinpointing ovulation day so that you can achieve (or avoid) pregnancy. Want to know exactly when you're ovulating? Check out my Fix Your Fertility Masterclass where I share 3 simple steps to find out exactly when you're ovulating. Want a holistic preconception plan to optimise ovulation and get pregnant fast? My $47 Conceive with Confidence workshop series teaches you how to pinpoint your most fertile day in under 5 minutes and discover the quick-fix solutions you NEED if you're NOT ovulating. Want to quit the pill forever and conceive in half the time (even if your periods are irregular, unpredictable or non-existent)? Enrol in my flagship online program for the long-term fertility game, Fertility School. Want individualised support from a trained fertility educator?Book a 1:1 consultation now! I'd love to work with you to achieve your fertility goals....