Exercising During Pregnancy: Evidence Based Myth Busting

Authors

Chelsea Salas-Tam, MD, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow

Document Type

Presentation

Presentation Date

10-5-2022

Comments

Presentation: 36:37

Abstract

Objectives

• Discuss changes during pregnancy that affect exercise
• Debunk common myths of exercising during pregnancy
• Review ACOG guidelines and evidence for benefits of exercise during pregnancy
• Discuss contraindications for exercise
• Recommendations for pregnant athletes
• Brief discussion on health disparities

Recommended Citation

Salas-Tam, MD, Chelsea, "Exercising During Pregnancy: Evidence Based Myth Busting" (2022). Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds. Paper 546.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/fmlectures/546

Language

English