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Changes to the Mother's Body During Pregnancy
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Exercise and Pregnancy

Exercising while pregnant

Exercising while pregnant

A strong, healthy woman will generally have a good pregnancy outcome. Physicians recommend moderate exercise during pregnancy, including strength-training.

This is a photograph of a pregnant woman in gym clothes lifting hand weights. A strong, healthy woman will generally have a good pregnancy outcome. Physicians recommend moderate exercise during pregnancy, including strength-training.

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