During pregnancy some women begin to question themselves if it is a good idea continuing with exercise. For some time, everyone had the idea expectant mothers shouldn’t exercise or make certain ...

Most studies on the benefits of exercise during pregnancy look at the effects of about 150 minutes of active time per week.

My pregnant patients always ask me: “Can I exercise while I am pregnant?” The answer is, yes, yes, yes! But before you start, it’s imperative that you clear it with your doctor. There are certain ...

Pregnancy is a fantastic time to prepare for the physical demands of labor and motherhood, and if you're expecting, you may be wondering what kinds of exercise to focus on and what's actually safe. Of ...

The belief that it’s dangerous to exercise during pregnancy is common — but it’s wrong. Credit...Heather Sten for The New York Times Supported by By Melinda Wenner Moyer This guide was originally ...

Trainer Vern Hill explains what exercises to focus on, and why building strength now can help you when your baby arrives.

Most of us already know that exercising regularly works wonders for the mind and body. From boosting energy and busting stress to improving cardiovascular health and strengthening muscles and bones, ...

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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 rule, all ...

When you're pregnant, the couch often looks a whole lot more inviting than the gym. But according to The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, exercise comes with some pretty convincing ...

Moderate-intensity physical activity during pregnancy is known to be safe for the mother and foetus, but does it reduce the risk for medical complications? A new up-to-date review summarises the data, ...

Plus, five questions answered about working out while pregnant. Women who exercise while pregnant are not only helping themselves, but their babies too, according to a new study. Newborns whose moms ...