Every activity counts, every minute counts, more is better.
If you are not active, start gradually.
If you are already active, keep going.
Being active has many health benefits including:
- Improving fitness and mood
- Reduce high blood pressure
- Improved sleep
- Reducing risk of diabetes of pregnancy (gestational diabetes)
Throughout pregnancy, aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity every week, and muscle strengthening activities twice per week.
Examples of moderate intensity activity include:
- Climbing stairs
- Swimming
- Gym activities (for example treadmill)
- Carrying shopping
- Cycling
- Dancing
- Walking
- Jogging
Avoid any activities that involve lying on your back or increase the risk of falling or abdominal trauma (e.g. contact sports),
We can support you to make the changes that are important to you. If you would like some support, please complete our referral form: Healthy Shetland Referral Form.
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