Question 1

1. Why is pregnancy yoga better than other types of exercise?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy yoga is not strenuous like other types of exercise. It is a gentle form of workout, precisely the need during pregnancy. Furthermore, pregnancy yoga addresses specific issues and body parts that need attention during pregnancy. It lays the foundation for easy childbirth. n

Question 2

2. What are Pregnancy yoga poses

Accepted Answer

1. Cobbposess pose n2. Cat/cow pose:n3.  Goddess pose:n4. Balancing table pose

Question 3

3. What are Benefits of pregnancy yoga

Accepted Answer

1. Yoga postures help support your changing body, specifically the lower body, to keep your growing belly.n2. Prenatal yoga tones the pelvic, abdominal, hip and thigh muscles and strengthens the spine muscles to minimise back pain and increase flexibility to help with childbirth.n3. Prenatal yoga improves sleep, helps with nausea, eases shortness of breath, etc.n4. The yogic methods of deep, mindful breathing that you learn during pregnancy yoga classes help you relax and loosen up during labour and delivery.n5. The yoga classes also double up as support groups to bond with other pregnant women undergoing the same physical and emotional changes.

Question 4

4. What is a A proper workout plan for pregnancy yoga

Accepted Answer

1. First trimester: One may expect morning sickness and fatigue during the first trimester, so you would want to do only gentle yoga poses. Breathing exercises will be beneficial.n2. Second trimester: Avoid belly poses and sharp movements and twists during this period.n3. Third trimester: Your balance may be off-centred in the third trimester. Because of increasing belly size, Yoga poses should focus on hip opening during this time. Avoid lying on the back. Take the support of cushions and rolls for safety and comfort.