'Prenatal Stretches for Lower Back Pain. Stretching during pregnancy can provide some benefits with relaxation but it is important to know that your muscles will become more supple due to hormone changes. Below I have listed 10 of the best #pregnancystretches you can do at home.  I have some amazing freebies for you including pregnancy workouts at https://www.pregactive.com/pregactive-free-resources  But first, have a look at this short 4 minute video to get some great stretches.  There are certain stretches you can do during a prenatal workout but also I want you to be aware of stretches you need to avoid as your belly grows.  You should always conduct a thorough warm-up with light activity and movement and you should always stretch following exercise. To ensure you are getting the most benefit from your post-exercise stretching session, follow the tips below.  ------ Stretching for Pregnant Women ------  When you are pregnant, including pregnancy safe stretching can offer many benefits. It contributes to helping you relaxed, fit as well as physically preparing you for labor. Also, stretching may help ease some of the aches and pains you might be experiencing.  -------- The Benefits Of Stretching During Pregnancy ---------  There are many specific poses that can be used to help alleviate common pregnancy discomforts such as back pain and hip pain. #PregnancyBackPain  Did you know that women who included pregnancy stretches into their weekly workouts have also been shown to experience less pain during labor, giving them a higher chance at a natural delivery.  Tips for Stretching While Pregnant  1. Improve circulation  2. Prevent depression  3. Rid fatigue  4. Quiet the mind  5. Reduce insomnia  6. Improve digestion  7. Reduce pelvic and leg cramps  8. Ease ligament pain.  9. Ease and prevent muscle tension.  10. Sciatica back pain.  Which Stretches I Should Avoid when Pregnant?  During your second and third trimester I want you to avoid the following:  1. Any stretches that require you to lay on your stomach.  2. Stretches that place too much strain on your belly. As your uterus grows, your abdominal muscles will begin to separate and weaken.  3. Stretches that require you to lay on your back for an extended period of time as this position can reduce blood flow to your uterus and can cause low blood pressure.  4. Don\'t twist! Avoid all poses that involve excessive twisting as they put too much stress on your growing belly.  ▬ About PregActive  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬  PregActive is an online #PregnancyExercise program that helps pregnant women stay fit, strong and healthy throughout each trimester with safe and effective exercises. Whether you\'re choosing PregActive to prepare for pregnancy, get pregnancy fit, prepare for birth, prevent pregnancy aches and pains, re-gain your body confidence after childbirth, or for convenient at-home workouts; we\'re confident PregActive will help you become a healthier, happier you..  Why PregActive?   I will help you to get pregnancy fit, prepare for birth, prevent pregnancy aches and pains, and provide you with convenient at-home workouts when pregnant.   As a mama, my Core Rehab program will help you recover after childbirth and re-gain your fitness and body confidence. I am confident PregActive will help you become a healthier, happier you.  ▬ Free Pregnancy Workouts ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬  Get 150+ free workouts at https://www.pregactive.com  ▬ Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬  ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PregActive/ ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pregactive/ ► Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com.au/pregactive/ ► Website: https://www.pregactive.com' 

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