OBJECTIVE: Physical activity is recommended for pregnant women without medical or
obstetric complications. This study described the prevalence and correlates of objectively …

Methods A population-based, cross-sectional study using data from the 1994, 1996, 1998,
and 2000 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System evaluated the physical activity …

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 …

Health benefits of physical activity (PA) during pregnancy have been noted, but women's
perceptions of PA safety have been little studied. OBJECTIVES: To examine associations …

The mental and physical health benefits of exercise during pregnancy highlight the
importance of understanding the determinants of pregnant women's physical activity. This …

OBJECTIVE: to explore pregnant women's exercise patterns across pregnancy, reported
reasons for exercising or not exercising, beliefs about the safety of exercise during …

OBJECTIVE: We have studied the effect of moderate physical activity that is performed by
healthy women during their entire pregnancy on their perception of health status. STUDY …

Purpose. In this review, we provide researchers and practitioners with an overview of the
physical activity and pregnancy literature to promote prenatal physical activity, improve …

This expert review aimed to assess current literature on the effect and tracking of physical
activity during pregnancy and associated outcomes. Self-reported physical activity may be …

Background National guidelines recommend that healthy pregnant women take 30 minutes
or more of moderate exercise a day. Most women reduce the level of physical activity during …