it is never too late to start and that exercise can have longterm benefits for both mother and child doctors recommend moderate physical activity for pregnant women who were physically active prior to conception ref1 perales m artal r lucia a jama 2017 mar 213171111131114the article has been contributed bydr mrinal kanti guha mbbs cal pgd in endocrinology diabetology physician diabetes clinic kolkataemail drmkaguha40gmailcomdisclaimer the views and opinions expressed by the doctors are their independent professional judgment and we do not take any responsibility for the accuracy of their views this should not be considered as a substitute for physicians advice please consult your treating physician for more details