New studies suggest that physical exercise may help pregnant smokers to quit. Smokers that had an exercise routine of moderate walking, and who also received counseling were as likely to quit as smokers that used the nicotine patch. Researchers report that one quarter of the participants were able to quit smoking.
Another study reports that exercising for as little as five minutes reduces craving for cigarettes among smokers. Smokers who did moderate exercises, like walking or isometrics, reported decreased desire to smoke.
This information gives pregnant smokers better information on another tool that can be used to effectively reduce the number of cigarettes smoked and moderate exercise can help them completely quit smoking.
Good Luck with starting a fall exercise routine!
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