Estelle Low
magyoungparents@sph.com.sg
When it comes to the topic of working out during pregnancy, the jury is split. Some say it’s best to avoid exercising altogether, while others say exercise is essential for a healthy pregnancy and delivery.
During my recent pregnancy, I had a taste of this conundrum when well-meaning relatives warned me against exercising – “Rest as much as you can!” – for fear that increased physical activity would cause harm to my foetus. On the other hand, my doctor was nonchalant: “So long as you feel well, you can continue doing yoga and swimming, but try not to run.”
Given that I had no pre-existing health issues or pregnancy complications, I carried on with my weekly workouts of yoga, swimming and jogging. I was determined to stay fit for my…
