Regular physical activity has been demonstrated to contribute to physical and psychological
health. Nevertheless, pregnant women generally exhibit low levels of physical activity …

Objectives: To determine the magnitude and type of naturally occuring physical activity
changes in women around the time of pregnancy. Background: This systematic review …

Background Whilst there has been increasing research interest in interventions which
promote physical activity during pregnancy few studies have yielded detailed insights into …

The aims of the this prospective study were to analyse physical activity (PA) engagement
during the first and second trimesters, considering the different guidelines published on PA …

Background Physical activity (PA) during pregnancy provides physical and psychological
benefits for mother and child. US guidelines recommend≥ 30 min of moderate exercise for …

This study compared perceived benefits and barriers to leisure-time physical activity during
pregnancy among women who were insufficiently active or inactive before pregnancy …

Few studies have examined the impact of motherhood on successful participation in
physical activity (PA) interventions. The current study focused on mothers in the I ncreasing …

Background: Facility-based and context-specific interventions to promote physical activity
(PA) among pregnant women from economically underprivileged communities remain …

Background Notwithstanding the benefits of physical activity (PA) during pregnancy,
anecdotal evidence suggests ignorance, unscientific beliefs, and lack of awareness about …

Background The antenatal period is associated with a decline in physical activity among
women. Midwives are viewed central to the dissemination of information during pregnancy …