Submitting Author(s)

Jinisha Patwa, Rowan University

Date of Presentation

5-6-2021 12:00 AM

College

School of Osteopathic Medicine

Poster Abstract

68% of those who performed minimum level exercise prior to pregnancy stopped completely during early pregnancy.

Women stop exercising during pregnancy due to worries about the impact it may have on the development of the fetus.

Starting moderate-intensity, weight-bearing exercise early in pregnancy increases placental growth rate and volume.

Exercise reduces the risks of excess gestational weight gain and high maternal body weight before pregnancy.

Physical exercise reduces the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus.

Keywords

pregnancy, exercise, fetal development, maternal health, women's health

Disciplines

Community Health and Preventive Medicine | Family Medicine | Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications | Maternal and Child Health | Medicine and Health Sciences | Obstetrics and Gynecology | Preventive Medicine | Women's Health

Document Type

Poster

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May 6th, 12:00 AM

The Impact of Exercise on Pregnant Women Aged 18-40 and Fetal Development

68% of those who performed minimum level exercise prior to pregnancy stopped completely during early pregnancy.

Women stop exercising during pregnancy due to worries about the impact it may have on the development of the fetus.

Starting moderate-intensity, weight-bearing exercise early in pregnancy increases placental growth rate and volume.

Exercise reduces the risks of excess gestational weight gain and high maternal body weight before pregnancy.

Physical exercise reduces the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus.

 

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