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Episode 1756 - What do we really know about strength training in pregnancy?

Jun 24, 2024
Dr. Christina Prevett, Pelvic division leader, discusses the research gap in resistance training during pregnancy on the PT on ICE Daily Show. She emphasizes the importance of filling gaps in evidence and understanding the benefits of such training.
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Quick takeaways

  • Resistance training in pregnancy is essential for overall health and injury prevention, but lacks sufficient research and dosing guidelines.
  • Current literature on resistance training in pregnancy combines it with aerobic exercise, hindering specific benefits attribution and highlighting the need for targeted guidelines.

Deep dives

Resistance Training Importance in Pregnancy

Resistance training in pregnancy plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and preventing chronic diseases and musculoskeletal injuries. While there is generally positive evidence supporting resistance training in the general population and older adulthood, the lack of research and under-dosing specifically in pregnancy poses challenges. Public perception tends to view aerobic training more favorably than resistance training during pregnancy, leading to fear-driven messages. More research and evidence are needed to dispel fears and provide appropriate guidance.

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