Keeping fit during pregnancy is always important to insure you and your baby stay healthy and happy.
But one mum-to-be has taken her pregnancy fitness to extremes by continuing with her weightlifting training whilst expecting twins.
Sophie Guidolin, a personal trainer from Australia, has shared snaps from her awe-inspiring workouts as she shows off her growing baby bump.
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26-weeks pregnant, Sophie continues to 65-pound weights in her local gym.
She told the Mail Online: “To me, that’s not a heavy weight. It all comes down to what’s heavy for the individual and what they could lift prior to pregnancy.The pros of exercising during pregnancy definitely outweigh the cons. I really hope that pregnant women understand the benefits of exercising and a healthy lifestyle while pregnant.”
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Before any pregnant ladies hit the weights section, Sophie warns that she carefully monitors her heart rate and has reduced her usual number of weights.
She explains: “I’m only lifting 50 percent of my usual capabilities, and I’m monitoring my heart rate and taking longer rest periods.”
Always consult your GP or health professional before exercising whilst pregnant.