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8 Common Fertility Myths Busted
MYTH: Exercise Lowers Fertility
MYTH: Exercise Lowers Fertility
Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health — and that remains true if you’re trying to get pregnant. Why is exercise so important? It helps prepare your body for the many changes that come with pregnancy; it can impact the hormonal balance in your body in a way that increases your odds of conception; and it can make you feel good both physically and mentally. It’s best to strike a balance, though. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 days a week. And always check with your doctor to be sure that exercise is safe for your pregnancy; if you have certain complications, you may need to skip it or take special precautions.
By Nicole Ferring Holovach, MS, RD. Published on June 26, 2012. Updated on November 23, 2015. Nicole is a Washington, DC-based nutrition communications professional, writer, and health and wellness educator. She blogs about holistic health at www.WholeHealthRD.com.
Reviewed by Shira R. Goldenholz, MD, MPH on August 12, 2015.
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