The Claim

Resistance training as part of a multicomponent exercise program is associated with a 52% reduction in the odds of perinatal mood disorders during pregnancy (OR 0.48, 95% CI 0.32–0.73), suggesting a potential role for strength training in supporting maternal mental health.

Source: Resistance training in pregnancy: systematic review and meta-analysis of pregnancy, delivery, fetal and pelvic floor outcomes and call to action

What the research says

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Supports
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Challenges
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Correlation
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In plain English

Women who do strength training as part of their pregnancy exercise routine may be less likely to experience mood disorders like anxiety or depression after giving birth.

See the scientific wording

Resistance training as part of a multicomponent exercise program is associated with a 52% reduction in the odds of perinatal mood disorders (OR 0.48, 95% CI 0.32–0.73) during pregnancy, indicating a potential role for strength training in supporting maternal mental health.

What the research says

1 study

  1. Study: Resistance training in pregnancy: systematic review and meta-analysis of pregnancy, delivery, fetal and pelvic floor outcomes and call to action

    This study found that pregnant women who did strength training as part of their exercise routine were much less likely to experience mood problems like anxiety or depression after giving birth. So yes, lifting weights or doing strength exercises while pregnant may help keep moms feeling better mentally.

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