Re: spinning classes
From: jwang, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 31 Jul 2001 10:56:43 -0500 (CDT)
It is fine to continue exercise. As you get intot hte second and third
trimester, keep your heart rate below 120.
At Mon, 30 Jul 2001, anonymous wrote:
>
>About seven months ago I began taking spinning classes. I really enjoy
>them. They're also helping keep my lungs in shape (I have asthma and
>find I breathe more easily when I exercise regularly). I just found out
>I'm six weeks pregnant. I would like to continue the spinning classes,
>but am wondering whether it's ok. I use a gel cushioned seat and bought
>a heart rate monitor. I haven't ever seen anyone pregnant taking the
>classes. I'm imagining at a certain point it may become physically
>impossible, but until then can I continue? I also find that exercising
>helps with my feelings of fatigue.
>Thanks in advance for your time and words of wisdom. I find this
>website immensely helpful.
--
J Wang, M.D
Assitant Clinical Prof.
Tufts University School of Medicine
statements are informational only and should not constitute a medical plan or treatment recommendation.
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