Key content The physiology of pregnancy and responses to exercise. The benefits of exercise in pregnancy. The potential harms related to exercise in pregnancy. Guidelines and recommendations for exercise in pregnancy. Learning objectives To understand the interaction between the physiology of exercise and pregnancy. To be able to counsel women regarding the benefits and harms of exercise in pregnancy. To recognise longer term benefits of exercise on maternal and fetal health. Ethical issues Consider the variable national recommendations and their impact on pregnant women. Acknowledge the lack of specific research on intensity and nature of exercise.
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