I am at W37D2 and 2cm dilated. Gynae told me to prepare for the next few days. I was also told that I will be induced in 7 days too. I think most of his patients deliver W37-8 for easy natural birth. After that may have higher chance of emergency C sect if baby is too big. But my doctor did mention induction is personal preference so I can choose, he will just recommend.
It depends on the gynae and also your situation. Reasons why gynae wanted to induce maybe because they are afraid that by 39/40 weeks, your baby will get bigger or any other issues like lack of fluid or baby starts eating poop etc etc. For no issues and smaller weights, I think gynae will allow you to wait one week past EDD.
36w now.. could you please share what kind of exercises?