| Description |
x, 245 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
Pt. I. Why Exercise During Pregnancy? Ch. 1. Clarifying the Debate Over Exercise and Pregnancy. Ch. 2. Benefits of Exercising During Pregnancy -- Pt. II. How Exercise Benefits Mother and Baby. Ch. 3. Exercise, Fertility, and Early Pregnancy. Ch. 4. Exercise, Premature Labor, and Feto-Placental Growth. Ch. 5. Exercise, Breast-Feeding, and Infant Growth. Ch. 6. Maternal Benefits of Regular Exercise. Ch. 7. Benefits of Maternal Exercise for the Baby -- Pt. III. Exercise Prescription and Monitoring. Ch. 8. Principles for Exercise Prescription. Ch. 9. Preconception and Early Pregnancy. Ch. 10. Mid- and Late Pregnancy. Ch. 11. Postpartum |
| Summary |
Exercising Through Your Pregnancy gives you the information you need to remain active and healthy before, during, and after your pregnancy. Based on Dr. James Clapp's extensive research, the book explains the effects of regular exercise on all phases of pregnancy. Dr. Clapp puts to rest many myths and reveals the benefits of maintaining your exercise program: limited weight gain; less physical discomfort; more energy; easier, shorter, less complicated labor; quick recovery; and many more! Dr. Clapp also gives you recommendations and guidelines for developing an exercise program that safely fulfills your needs during the different stages of your pregnancy |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 225-232) and index |
| Subject |
Exercise for pregnant women.
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Exercise.
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Pregnancy.
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Pregnancy.
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| LC no. |
98012426 |
| ISBN |
087322941X (paperback) |
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