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Article: Exercise in the childbearing year
- Article from:
- International Journal of Childbirth Education
- Article date:
- December 1, 2001
- Author:
CopyrightCopyright INTERNATIONAL CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Dec 2001. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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Two professors of exercise science with a colleague professor of physical therapy pool their expertise in this research-based article. The information is applicable for developing or evaluating perinatal fitness class content or exercise programs.
After an initial review of the history of recommendations for exercise during pregnancy, the authors present a review of the documented research. Benefits, risks, and contraindications for both mother and baby are described in the body of the article and summarized in easy-to-reference tables.
Guidelines for exercise during pregnancy for healthy women include recommendations for medical clearance and development of an individualized exercise ...