[header] How to avoid varicose veins during pregnancy [title] Get regular exercise. [step] Varicose veins typically appear in the later stages of pregnancy, when the weight of the baby is pushing down on your pelvis. Try to do low-impact exercises throughout your entire pregnancy to keep your blood flowing and minimize your chance of developing varicose veins.
[header] How to avoid varicose veins during pregnancy [title] Get regular exercise. [step] Varicose veins typically appear in the later stages of pregnancy, when the weight of the baby is pushing down on your pelvis. Try to do low-impact exercises throughout your entire pregnancy to keep your blood flowing and minimize your chance of developing varicose veins.
If you skip your regular exercise routine for the duration of pregnancy, varicose veins develop. [substeps] Try to avoid drastic changes in your diet or exercise routine that may help to prevent varicose veins from forming. [substeps] Try to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. If you have a dog or cat, try to do at least 10 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise per day. Talk with your doctor about what exercises are best for you, especially during late pregnancy. [substeps] Walking and swimming are good low-impact exercises. [substeps] Try to be active for at least 30 minutes a day for the best results. Visit your local gym and do hand stands or leg raises to help stretch and strengthen your quads.