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Is exercising safe during pregnancy?
My wife is nearly three months pregnant and has been working out consistently for many years. Are there any safe abdominal exercises that she can do both now and later on in her pregnancy?
parenting.ivillage.com/pregnancy/psafe/0,,midwife_3p58-p,00.html
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Upside: Good summary of advice on exercise
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Top Recommended Exercises
Before you begin exercising, remember that it is important to talk to your health care provider. If you are already exercising, you may be able to keep up with your routine and adapt it as you grow. ...
www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/toprecommendedexercises.html
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Upside: Exercises to do and to avoid
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Is It Safe?
When NOT to exercise during pregnancy Sometimes exercise during pregnancy is strictly forbidden to protect the health of the mother, the baby, or both.
www.babycenter.com/pregnancy-fitness-is-it-safe
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Upside: Excellent advice on exercise safety
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Fitness
Ready to make your pregnancy a fit pregnancy? Here you'll find workouts geared toward each stage of your pregnancy, plus postnatal pound-blasting exercises to help get your body back after delivery. ...
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Upside: Very good site and resources to learn about fitness during pregnancy
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The best kinds of exercise for pregnancy
Find out what exercises you can do right up until the cab ride to the hospital.
www.babycenter.com/pregnancy-exercises
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Upside: Good list of activities by type
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Exercise and fitness
Exercise boosts your immune system and provides the circulation and energy levels needed to help you conceive, enjoy your pregnancy and prepare your body for labour.
www.bbc.co.uk/parenting/having_a_baby/pregnancy_exercise.shtml
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Upside: Detailed information on how to exercise safely during pregnancy
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How to Exercise During Pregnancy
1. Pregnancy Exercise Overview 2. Starting a Prenatal Exercise Program 3. Prenatal Exercise Safety 4. Aerobic Exercises During Pregnancy 5. Strength-Training Exercise During Pregnancy 6. Choosing a ...
health.howstuffworks.com/how-to-exercise-while-pregnant.htm
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Upside: Very good summary on exercise during pregnancy and related content
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Exercise Guidelines During Pregnancy
Exercise does not increase your risk for miscarriage.
www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/exerciseguidelines.html
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Upside: Very good overview on exercise guidelines
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Safe Exercises During Every Stage of Pregnancy
Whether you were die-hard about fitness before you became pregnant or you are just beginning an exercise routine, staying fit is an important part of your prenatal care. Studies have shown that on ...
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Upside: Easy to use site with helpful advice on the safety of different exercises during pregnancy
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Exercise Guidelines
An update on exercise during pregnancy
www.fitpregnancy.com/yourpregnancy/450
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Upside: Very detailed article on exercise during pregnancy
Downside: Small font, limited number of helpful links
