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Physical activity is important for everyone, including people who are pregnant. Staying active during pregnancy can help you feel better right away — and it can even make your labor shorter and recovery faster.
Getting active during pregnancy may also make it less likely you’ll have complications like:
If you were already physically active before your pregnancy, it’s healthy to keep it up. Even if you were doing more vigorous activities — like running — it’s safe to keep doing them while you’re pregnant.
And if you weren’t active before your pregnancy, it’s not too late to start!
Remember that lots of things count as physical activity — so listen to your body, and find what works for you at each stage of your pregnancy. And keep in mind that physical activity may feel different when you’re pregnant. If an activity doesn’t feel right, try something else instead.
Prenatal checkups are a great time to talk about physical activity. Ask your doctor or midwife questions like: