Varalaxmi Sarathkumar praises Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s fitness: ‘She is pregnant’

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, the expectant mother and actress, has impressed colleagues with her unwavering dedication to fitness even while pregnant. At a press event marking the end of the Tamil Nadu Pickleball Premier League Season 2, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, a 41-year-old actress, commended Samantha's fitness. Dr. Nikita Kulkarni, an obstetrician and gynaecologist, highlighted that regular moderate-intensity exercise during pregnancy can benefit both maternal health and pregnancy outcomes, barring any medical or obstetric contraindications.

She recommends about 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week for most women with uncomplicated pregnancies. Dr. Kulkarni further explained that suitable exercises include walking, swimming, stationary cycling, and modified strength training. She advised pregnant women to stay hydrated, avoid high-risk activities, and stop exercising if they experience symptoms like vaginal bleeding or chest pain.

Dr. Kulkarni stressed that exercise is just one aspect of maintaining maternal health during pregnancy and not a guarantee of smooth labor or recovery.