For moms-to-be out there, it’s pretty natural to feel tired most times, but there must still be space for some active workouts. In addition, with changing trimesters, doctors now prescribe maternity workouts as a necessity! So, since it’s high time to start with your daily dose of Prenatal yoga and pelvic floor exercises, buying the right activewear can help with the moves and get rid of those sweaty workouts.
However, moms-to-be cannot use regular workout clothes and need to switch to maternity activewear. As the pregnancy proceeds, the abdomen, bust and rib cage will increase in size. So, your regular clothes will now be too crushing on the body, which can restrain the flexible poses.
What Gears Should You Gave?
Your workout essentials change with each trimester, but here is a list of necessary workout gear to carry all through the pregnancy:
Maternity Tights
These are workout tights that can fit your pregnancy size. Most maternity tights can be over the baby bump with broad elastic bands or be rolled below the belly. Besides, these tights, made out of stretch fabric, offer flexibility though they fit your skin the right way.
Moreover, a pair of ultra-high waist tights are preferable as they come with the perfect compression and full coverage on the bump. You can make choices with the length, and tights with pockets have got some bonus points.
Maternity Bras
Pregnancy can leave your bust size growing in no time. It happens right from the first trimester, and hence working out with your old bras can be pretty quirky. Your breasts start feeling tender, increase in size, and smaller bras will now cause discomfort and rashes at the bust line. So, in such cases, a wireless full coverage maternity bra will be the right thing to wear. Also, bras with elastic under bands are suitable to mix and match between trimesters.
Maternity Tops
Maternity tops paired with the right sized bras can help you with both prenatal and postnatal yoga sessions. Maternity tee shirts offer unmatchable comfort as they don’t roll up or compress your baby bump too much, and tank tops are often preferred as they are sleeveless and allow good ventilation for persistent sweats during pregnancy workouts.
V neck tees are also another great option in terms of added comfort. Besides, for those who get pregnant in winters, workout jackets with zipper closures are an alternative.
How to Choose the Right Activewear?
For a first time mom-to-be, it’s pretty natural to feel confused about picking the right workout gear. So, here are some tips to follow to get it done right:
1. Start Using Tapes
Most pregnant women measure their bump dimensions every month. Some also jot down other sizes like the waist, bust and hips. But if you aren’t one among them, start doing it before proceeding with your activewear shopping. Also, for maternity bras, never forget to measure both the cup and band size.
2. Know the Difference
Always remember that your cup size can increase up to two levels during the first trimester. The Australian Breastfeeding association suggests going with the apt cup-sized bras, mostly the wireless ones. And with tights, you can go with extra size, but check your hip size and always go with a high waist size covering your baby belly.
3. Fabric Check
The thumb rule is that maternity activewear must be made out of breathable fabric like cotton. This is because you cannot afford fabrics like nylon that can increase stickiness during workouts. Also, check if the material is stretchable, and it must have some elastic blend so that the bands can fit on the waist and bra lines.
