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Sit-ups are a safe core exercise for the first trimester, but you’ll need to switch things up after that – here’s how ...
Physical fitness is important to overall health, but for pregnant women, the question of what kind – and exactly how much – exercise they should get often yields mixed advice. “As a general ...
Exercise during pregnancy helps babies: Study A new study found exercise is not just good for moms, but could also have lasting benefits for babies, too.
It's a common misconception that you should keep your heart rate under 140 bpm during exercise while pregnant. Here's what experts want you to know.
Pregnancy and Exercise--a Good Mix By CBSNews.com staff CBSNews.com staff January 31, 2002 / 8:41 AM EST / CBS When it comes to pregnancy, doctors say it's no time to become a couch potato.
Women who sweat it out during pregnancy will likely have a sweet reward at the end, according to a new study. Researchers in Spain found that women who exercise just three times per week during ...
Pregnancy doesn't mean that you have to stop working out. Check out this guide to learn what exercises to do during each trimester of pregnancy.
There are several yoga ball pregnancy exercises that you need to try. Learn more about staying healthy by checking out this guide.
The belief that it’s dangerous to exercise during pregnancy is common — but it’s wrong.
In fact, healthy pregnant women should be encouraged to do aerobic and strength-conditioning exercises before, during and after pregnancy.
Below, we speak to an expert on the exercises to do and those to avoid when pregnant. If you’re unsure about exercising during pregnancy, it’s important to check with your doctor or midwife ...
Exercise is no longer simply being "allowed" in normal pregnancies. Rather, more and more doctors and organizations are moving toward actively encouraging it.