Experts urge new mums to exercise for 2 hours a week

By Jane Kirby

They urged mothers to return to exercise in the first 12 weeks after birth.
Brisk walking, cycling and resistance training like sit-ups, push-ups, leg raises and planks were suggested.
The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology also "strongly" recommends daily pelvic floor muscle training to reduce the risk of urinary incontinence.
Women should also try to have a healthy sleep routine by avoiding screen time and maintaining a dark, quiet environment before bed to support their mental fitness.
The team said exercise was generally safe once a woman is healed after birth, including caesarean section.
Essential
They added: "It is essential to acknowledge that infant feeding and care significantly impacts daily life, including sleep, thus these recommendations may not always be achievable." However,...

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