Post Pregnancy Weight Loss – Exercise Solutions
Updated: January 18, 2012
Finding time to exercise is one of the biggest issues Moms face in their post pregnancy weight loss. As a new Mom we are tired, sometimes stressed, and extremely busy. Fortunately, exercise can help you sleep better, reduce stress, and increase your energy level.
This article presents a variety of ideas of how you can incorporate exercise into your busy routine to accelerate postpartum weight loss. Some will be interesting to you and some may not. The perfect exercise solution will be different for each Mom. Success comes by finding the one that suits your schedule and personality.
Before starting any exercise program be sure that you are cleared by your physician. Many doctors do not recommend exercise until 6 weeks after childbirth.
The Surgeon General recommends 2 hours and 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week to improve health and fitness. The minimum length of an exercise session should be 10 minutes. One sample schedule to reach this is to work out 30 minutes a day for five days of each week (or, two 15 minute segments twice a day for 5 days each week, etc). There is a lot of flexibility and that is important for new Moms.
Exercise Solutions for Post Pregnancy Weight Loss:
1) Walking. Walking is a fantastic low-impact exercise for post pregnancy weight loss and improving health. It is a great solution for new Moms to ease back into exercise. Depending on the weather and where you live, you may be able to place your child in a stroller and walk outdoors. If you work, you may be able to walk during lunch. Another great thing about walking is that it doesn’t cost anything (except a decent pair of shoes). However, if you have the space and money, you may want to invest in a treadmill as it allows you to walk in the comfort of your home anytime you wish.
2) Join the YMCA. The YMCA charges a monthly fee but it is usually quite reasonable compared to a gym AND they provide free childcare for their members. This is especially nice for Moms as you can drop your child(ren) off at the child care facility and walk down the hall for a workout followed by a nice shower. I am a member and have always enjoyed a workout and peaceful shower while having my kids close by in case there are any problems. They also have many programs for your kids as they grow such as swimming lessons, indoor soccer, basketball, karate, T-ball, etc. It’s definitely worth checking out your local YMCA. Many times you can get a discount on your membership through the company you (or your husband) work for.
3) Exercise with your baby. There are many different exercises that can be done with your baby to strengthen yourself and lose baby weight. Many of the common exercises like squats can be done with your baby in a carrier or sling. You can do sit-ups with your baby rested against your legs. While lying on your back you could push your baby up and down (if baby is old enough to have good head control). Or, you could lay your baby on his/her back then do push-ups over top of them. Always be sure the baby is safe during the exercises. Search Google for more free advice on exercises or you may want to try some of the exercise DVDs
4) Exercise DVDs. Exercise DVDs are a great way to boost post pregnancy weight loss and there are tons to choose from. They are motivational, they guide you through the workout for a set amount of time, and you feel like you have a trainer or a group encouraging you. One of the best ways to find the right DVD is to look through the selection at Amazon and read the customer reviews. That way you can get a good idea what the exercise DVD is like before purchasing it. You can do these DVDs anytime that is convenient for you like in the morning/evening when your baby is asleep or during naps or you can ask your spouse to take over while you get a work-out in.
5) Short burst exercise. Increase your activity level by squeezing in additional exercise throughout the day. It is better to work out at least 10 minutes straight but if you can’t, you can still increase your post pregnancy weight loss by increasing your activity level. Start looking for various ways you can exercise throughout the day. Do some sit-ups, push-ups, squats, or jog in place while watching TV. Do some squats while waiting on the microwave. Squeeze and release your buttock muscles while sitting at the computer. If you have some free weights, keep them out somewhere convenient so you can use them when you find a few spare minutes here and there. Take a look at tip #3 in our article, Lose Baby Belly, for a great abdomen exercise that you can do anywhere.
Hopefully this article will give you some ideas on how to get moving for speedy post pregnancy weight loss! Remember, exercise is often more fun with someone else so if you know anyone else trying to lose weight you may want to get them on board too! Also, the perfect exercise routine is the one that works for your situation. So, try some different exercise solutions to find the right one for you.
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