🧡 Boosting Fertility Naturally: Why Exercise Matters When You’re TTC | MomStrong

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Jun 23
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Updated: Jul 25

Trying to conceive (TTC) can be one of the most exciting and emotionally complex journeys. At MomStrong, we believe in empowering women with natural, practical tools, and exercise is one of the most effective ways to support your fertility and overall well-being.

Let’s explore how movement plays a key role in helping you prepare your body for pregnancy.

💪 How Exercise Supports Fertility

Regular, mindful movement can positively impact reproductive health in both women and men. Here’s how:

✅ 1. Hormonal Balance

Exercise helps regulate hormones like insulin, cortisol, and estrogen, which are crucial for ovulation and menstrual regularity. For men, it can improve testosterone levels and sperm production.

✅ 2. Healthy Weight Management

Maintaining a healthy BMI is key when trying to conceive. Both underweight and overweight individuals may experience hormonal imbalances that interfere with fertility. Exercise supports weight regulation, which in turn promotes reproductive function.

✅ 3. Improved Insulin Sensitivity

If you have PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), you’re not alone, and exercise is one of your best tools. It helps your body use insulin more effectively, which can lead to more regular cycles and ovulation.

✅ 4. Lower Stress = Better Fertility

The TTC journey can feel stressful, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Exercise boosts endorphins (your natural mood-lifters), reduces cortisol, and improves your sense of control and calm.

✅ 5. Better Sleep

Lack of sleep can disrupt the hormones needed for conception. Exercise improves sleep quality, which helps regulate your reproductive system.

🚫 Exercise Mistakes That Can Work Against You

Overtraining: Especially in women, too much intense cardio can stop ovulation
Ignoring nutrition: Exercise increases your body’s nutritional needs, especially when TTC
Too much stress on the body: Chronic overexertion can lead to inflammation and hormonal imbalance

🧔‍♂️ Let’s Not Forget About Him

Men benefit from exercise too! Moderate physical activity can:

Improve sperm quality and motility
Boost testosterone
Enhance sexual health and circulation

💡 Note: Avoid excessive heat exposure (e.g., hot tubs, tight biking gear) and extreme endurance sports, which may negatively impact sperm.

🌱 Final Thoughts from MomStrong

Exercise isn’t just about getting fit, it’s about creating a strong, balanced foundation for motherhood. Whether you're walking, lifting, stretching, or dancing, every step you take supports your fertility goals.

You don’t have to do it alone. At MomStrong, we offer guidance and community for women preparing for pregnancy mind, body, and heart.