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Exercise & body · Routine

150 minutes a week of movement, whole pregnancy

What it is

Walking, swimming, stationary bike, prenatal yoga/pilates, strength with moderate loads. Talk test: can talk, can't sing. Lowers GDM, preeclampsia and caesarean rates.

every week · from week 4 · until week 42

Always on

1. New to exercise: 10–15-minute walks, add 5 minutes a week.
2. Israeli summer: before 8:00 or after 19:00, or the pool; 500 ml water per 30 minutes.
3. Stop and call for bleeding, contractions, fluid, dizziness, chest pain, calf pain.

Sources

• Physical activity and exercise during pregnancy and postpartum (CO 804) — ACOG · checked 02-09-2026

Last reviewed 01-09-2026 · Confidence: high

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