If you have ever worked out there is a feeling of calm, clarity, and elation that follows a good workout. This is caused by a chemical hormone called endorphins. These little guys give your body a natural high when you experience things that are pleasing to you. Endorphins are also present during sex and after your orgasm. When you are expecting not only you will feel the effects of these endorphins, but so will your child. A happy mommy makes a happy baby!
Studies have shown that working out throughout your pregnancy increases brain activity in the fetus. This could possibly lead to a high IQ. In addition to heightened brain function, babies are shown to have a decreased chance in childhood obesity, which is a growing problem in our country. To have a healthy lifestyle from the very beginning is the best gift a mother can give to her child!
One more kudo to fitness during pregnancy is how it facilitates labor and delivery. You wouldn't run a marathon if you had not been training and the same should hold true to giving birth. Working out throughout your pregnancy is vital to maintaining strength and endurance that is needed during delivery. With stamina and power on your side your birth should be quicker and easier. Not to mention bouncing back to your pre-pregnancy weight will be even easier when you have been active all this time!
Good luck!
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