The Takeaway
Based on the results of the study, researchers concluded that not only are pregnant women unlikely to suffer injury during pregnancy, they can also gain substantial strength. Strength gains have the potential to ease the symptoms of pregnancy and childbirth, and may even help reduce back pain.
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Researchers were still hesitant to give a green light to all pregnant women. They approached their results cautiously, suggesting that healthy women carrying a low-risk pregnancy could incorporate a low-to-moderate intensity strength-training routine without worry. However, they did not extend their suggestion to higher-risk pregnancies.
Here's the thing, we all know with strength training carries a number of benefits; and these benefits apply to pregnant women as well. If you've been looking at your low-risk pregnancy as an excuse to skip the weights, you may want to rethink your position stand. Just to stay safe, enlist the help of a qualified personal trainer to walk you through a simple routine, making sure you use proper form and breathing technique.
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