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An expectant mothers guide to safe and healthy exercise, this work helps in exercising safely and staying fit during pregnancy, and shows how that can make the entire pregnancy easier to manage, physically and emotionally. Are you intrigued by the idea of working out during pregnancy, but think it cant be safe? Are you unsure how the words fit and pregnancy actually make sense in the same sentence? If so, youve come to the right place. This easy-to-follow guide shows you how you can be fit and pregnant, whether youre new to exercise or have been working out for years, and whether youre in your second week of pregnancy or your 32nd. Fit Pregnancy For Dummies is for you if youre pregnant, if youre thinking about becoming pregnant, and You want to be as fit and healthy as you can be whatever your current fitness level without in any way jeopardizing your health or the health of your baby. This guide gives you the straight facts on: * Staying safe when you exercise * Developing a plan with your health provider * Choosing the right equipment * Modifying your routine for each trimester * Eating well for nine months and beyond From yoga and swimming to weight training, aerobics, and much more, youll see how to get started with a fun, step-by-step fitness routine that will make your entire pregnancy easier to manage. Postpartum expert and prenatal fitness class instructor Catherine Cram and fitness expert Tere Stouffer Drenth give you the scoop on the activities that work best for pregnant women and how to set up a routine that works best for you. Youll understand how a fit pregnancy helps you with delivery and postpartum shape-up. Plus, you get expert advice on activities to avoid, eating well, and staying motivated during and after your pregnancy, as well as: * Dressing comfortably for your workout * Warming up and stretching to increase flexibility and avoid injury * Modifying your exercise routine * Staying fit after giving birth * Finding the time for exercise and motherhood Complete with special tips on exercising indoors, staying motivated, getting your family hooked on fitness, and helping your child grow up healthy and fit, Fit Pregnancy For Dummies is the key to exercising safely and staying fit throughout your pregnancy and beyond!