Are push-ups safe during pregnancy?

Question

A friend told me that they are not safe because they put pressure on the abdomen. Is this true?

Answer

Just don’t mash your stomach on the floor lol you’re fine

Answer

I think they mean the pressure on your abdominals in terms of being in the plank position. It’s not great to be in that position for long periods of time as your pregnancy progresses as it puts a downward pull/pressure on your abs (not necessarily troublesome for everyone but some). This can be problematic if you have a large gap in your abs as you get farther along. If you look down at your abs and have a lot of coning (where your belly gets really pointy) in any position then I wouldn’t stay long in that position or I’d modify.

Answer

They are fine. You can always do modified pushups if regular pushups are uncomfortable. And yes dont go all the way down to the floor. That isnt proper form.

Answer

Your not supposed to go all the way down to laying in your stomach anyways lol

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