Resistance Exercise in Pregnancy and Outcome

Clin Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Sep;59(3):591-9. doi: 10.1097/GRF.0000000000000213.

Abstract

As the health benefits of exercise are increasingly recognized, the traditional advice to rest during pregnancy has changed toward a more healthy and active pregnancy, therefore different forms of exercise have been integrated into the life of the pregnant woman. Although the benefits of using a combination of resistance and aerobic exercises are not yet determined, studies about resistance and strengthen training programs are few although no adverse outcomes were reported.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Gestational Age
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Pregnancy Outcome*
  • Pregnancy*
  • Resistance Training*
  • Weight Gain