Heard squats help a lot for normal delivery and im in my 2nd trimester now, feeling fit enough to start. But not sure of correct way so I dont hurt my kamar or pet. Anyone doing them, how do u do it safely?
I started doing light squats in my second trimester with wall support because I felt it would help with normal delivery. It really made my legs feel stronger, but I felt so scared of losing balance, so I always kept a chair nearby.
I wanted to do squats so badly but I was terrified of hurting the baby or causing early labor! If you want to do them, please use a gym ball or wall support and never go too deep. Check with your doctor first so you don't keep worrying like I did.
Between office hours, I used to do just 10-12 gentle squats using my sturdy office chair for support. It's a quick way to relieve back tension without wasting time, just make sure you don't overdo it or strain yourself.
Honestly, at 34 weeks, just getting up from the sofa feels like a 100kg squat session, haha! If you have the energy, go slow, keep your feet wide apart, and hold onto a heavy table. Don't try to be a fitness diva, keep it basic!
Hey, don't stress too much about getting the perfect posture! Just keep a wide stance, hold onto a door frame or your husband's hands, and do gentle half-squats. Keep a bottle of water nearby and take long breaks, you got this!
Because of my thyroid, my doctor monitored my energy levels and weight closely. She allowed me to do gentle prenatal squats but advised me to stop immediately if I felt dizzy. Make sure your doctor clears you for exercise in your regular checkups.
