Q: When is yoga good for pregnancy?
A: Prenatal yoga is a wonderful addition to both your pre and post natal workout routine. Not only is it a great opportunity for you to spend some quiet time with your baby (in or out of the womb), it is also very good for you physically.
As our bellies grow our posture changes and predictably our chest muscles and those all around our pelvis get very tight. Prenatal yoga pays special attention to those areas through specific postures and poses designed with your ever changing body in mind. Yoga also helps to add to the stamina of the muscles through the legs and hips, muscles that will be asked to do a lot during labor.
I recommend trying several different yoga videos to find one or two that match your personality best. Sources like Netflix and Blockbuster have many to choose from. Also check with your local yoga studios to see if they offer prenatal classes. Occasionally Moms On The Run offers yoga and these classes are appropriate and adaptable for pregnancy as well. Not only will you be getting a great workout, you will also be meeting many new mommies in your neighborhood.
