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Prenatal yoga is a fantastic way to stay in shape and work
out the kinks during your pregnancy. Yoga can improve your
balance and circulation during a time when these are critical
to your everyday tasks.
Pair these moves with some cardio
like walking or swimming and you'll be on the right track to
a fit and healthy pregnancy. The deep breathing and
relaxation techniques of yoga can also come in handy as you
prepare for labor and birth of your little one.
I'm now days
away from my baby girl's arrival so I'll focus on a two of my
favorite 3rd trimester poses.
Cobbler's Pose: This sitting
pose helps open the pelvis. Sit up straight with the soles of
your feet touching each other. Gently press your knees down
and away from each other, but don't force them apart.
Stay in
this position for as long as you're comfortable.
Pelvic tilt
or Cat-Cow: This position helps relieve back pain, which is
why it is so popular during pregnancy.
Get on your hands and
knees, arms shoulder-width apart and knees hip-width apart.
Tuck your tailbone under and round your back as you breathe
in. Relax your back into a neutral position as
you breathe
out. Repeat slowly for as many repititions as your
comforable
with. And of course as always make sure to check with your
own health care provider before starting or continuing any
kind of fitness regimine during your pregnancy.