The Claim
Supervised strength training performed 1–2 times per week for at least 12 weeks during pregnancy likely reduces excessive gestational weight gain by an average of 1.9 kg compared to standard care, which may lower risks of gestational diabetes, hypertension, and cesarean delivery.
What the research says
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If pregnant women do supervised strength training once or twice a week for at least 12 weeks, they might gain about 4 pounds less than those who get regular prenatal care, and this could help lower their chances of developing gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, or needing a C-section.
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Supervised strength training performed 1–2 times per week for at least 12 weeks during pregnancy likely reduces excessive gestational weight gain by an average of 1.9 kg compared to standard care, which may lower risks of gestational diabetes, hypertension, and cesarean delivery.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Effects of strength training on quality of life in pregnant women: A systematic review
This study found that pregnant women who did strength training once or twice a week gained less weight than those who didn’t, which is exactly what the claim says. Less weight gain during pregnancy can help lower the risk of health problems like diabetes and high blood pressure.
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