Background: The practice of physical exercise during pregnancy has benefits for both the
mother and baby. Currently, there is scientific evidence that supports the inclusion of a …

Background Regular prenatal physical activity provides numerous health benefits to both
mother and fetus. However, little is known about the physical activity status of pregnant …

Objective: Research on the impact of maternal physical activity on pregnancy outcomes has
often employed subjective measures of physical activity obtained by diary or questionnaire …

Background: Epidemiological studies and surveillance systems of pregnant women often
rely on collection of physical activity through self‐report. This systematic review identified …

Physical exercise during postpartum period is beneficial to mothers, and the health gains
are abundantly reported. This study characterises the postpartum exercise profile of a group …

Background. Engagement in physical exercise in pregnancy is hamstrung by safety
concerns, skepticism about usefulness, and limited individualized prescription guidelines …

Background A physically active lifestyle is beneficial during pregnancy. However, little is
known about physical activity (PA) behaviour and psychosocial factors in women during and …

Introduction Physical activity and exercise during pregnancy have paramount importance for
both the mother and fetus. Regardless of the benefits of exercise during pregnancy …

Objective The purpose of this study was to compare women's levels of physical activity
during early pregnancy and during the year before pregnancy, and to identify characteristics …

Birthweight continues to be the leading infant health indicator and the main focus of infant
health policy. Low birthweight babies are at a higher risk of mortality and morbidity in most …