PRÁTICA DA YOGA: importante aliado no período gestacional

Abstract

Pregnancy is characterized by a unique moment in the woman's life, which will undergo several changes, from physiological changes such as hormonal discharges in the female body, biomechanical changes such as postural and even psychological and emotional adjustments. Faced with this range of changes, the woman starts to live with a new body adapted for the generation of a new life, a body that, over the months, experiences discomfort and pain that mainly affect her well-being. Thus, it is of great importance that the woman tries to be careful with her health and the baby's health, aiming to establish a physical and mental balance in this new phase of life. This project aims to promote the balance of body and mind through exercises that unite the practice of yoga, providing assistance to pregnant women aiming at their well-being. The present study shows that physical exercise has benefits for the pregnant woman's life, from postural improvement to facilitating childbirth, therefore, it should be guided and accompanied by a professional in the field of Physical Education, together with the physician's accompaniment. , seeking to develop the best exercise program for the pregnant woman according to the stages of pregnancy. In general. we can conclude that the practice of yoga provides significant improvements both physical and psychological, thus generating your well-being.