Strength training in pregnancy. Systematic review of benefits and risks
Background Strength training during pregnancy has historically been approached with caution, but recent evidence suggests it can be safe and beneficial when properly supervised. This review examines its impact on maternal and fetal health, addressing both advantages and potential risks. Purpose...
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Background
Strength training during pregnancy has historically been approached with caution, but recent evidence suggests it can be safe and beneficial when properly supervised. This review examines its impact on maternal and fetal health, addressing both advantages and potential risks.
Purpose of Research
The study aims to evaluate the benefits and risks of strength training during pregnancy, focusing on maternal and fetal outcomes.
Research Materials and Methods
Data were collected from PubMed, MEDLINE, and Web of Science using keywords like "strength training," "pregnancy," and "maternal health." Guidelines from ACOG and RCOG were analyzed to provide evidence-based recommendations.
Basic Results
Strength training, when properly supervised, improves musculoskeletal health, reduces gestational diabetes risk, enhances cardiovascular fitness, and supports mental well-being. It may also promote healthier fetal outcomes by regulating maternal blood sugar levels. Risks include overheating, injury, and strain, particularly in cases of pre-existing conditions or improper exercise execution.
Conclusions
Individualized assessment and tailored programs are essential to maximize benefits and minimize risks. Safe practices, including professional consultation, appropriate exercise selection, and monitoring of intensity, are crucial. Further research is needed to refine guidelines and explore long-term effects. Strength training is a valuable component of prenatal care when conducted safely.
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| spelling | doaj-art-b8875dbe3ed6417fa972f57a2be4d05a2025-02-12T08:26:18ZengNicolaus Copernicus University in ToruńQuality in Sport2450-31182025-02-013810.12775/QS.2025.38.58312Strength training in pregnancy. Systematic review of benefits and risksKarol Demel0https://orcid.org/0009-0005-5485-7987Antoni Kantor1https://orcid.org/0009-0003-7908-6440Jakub Król2https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0696-1904Łukasz Bialic3https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4837-5920Monika Dziedzic4https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4482-0898Sebastian Polok5https://orcid.org/0009-0006-4762-1076Adriana Potoczek6https://orcid.org/0009-0002-3981-3490Justyna Talaska7https://orcid.org/0009-0005-4723-9777Marta Godyń8https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8396-1273Dorota Zatłoka-Mazur9https://orcid.org/0009-0003-3663-1891Śląski Uniwersytet Medyczny w KatowicachMedical University of Silesia, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055 Katowice, PolandMedical University of Silesia, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055 Katowice, PolandMedical University of Warsaw Żwirki i Wigury 61, 02-091 Warsaw, PolandComplex of Municipal Hospitals in Chorzów Strzelców Bytomskich 11, 41-500 Chorzów, PolandUniversity Clinical Hospital No. 1, Pomeranian Medical University Unii Lubelskiej 1, 71-252 Szczecin, PolandUniversity Clinical Hospital in Katowice, Medyków 14, 40-752 Katowice, PolandMedical University of Silesia, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055 Katowice, PolandMedical University of Silesia, Poniatowskiego 15 Street, 40-055 Katowice, PolandTytus Chałubiński Regional Hospital in Zakopane, Kamieniec 10, 34-500, Zakopane Background Strength training during pregnancy has historically been approached with caution, but recent evidence suggests it can be safe and beneficial when properly supervised. This review examines its impact on maternal and fetal health, addressing both advantages and potential risks. Purpose of Research The study aims to evaluate the benefits and risks of strength training during pregnancy, focusing on maternal and fetal outcomes. Research Materials and Methods Data were collected from PubMed, MEDLINE, and Web of Science using keywords like "strength training," "pregnancy," and "maternal health." Guidelines from ACOG and RCOG were analyzed to provide evidence-based recommendations. Basic Results Strength training, when properly supervised, improves musculoskeletal health, reduces gestational diabetes risk, enhances cardiovascular fitness, and supports mental well-being. It may also promote healthier fetal outcomes by regulating maternal blood sugar levels. Risks include overheating, injury, and strain, particularly in cases of pre-existing conditions or improper exercise execution. Conclusions Individualized assessment and tailored programs are essential to maximize benefits and minimize risks. Safe practices, including professional consultation, appropriate exercise selection, and monitoring of intensity, are crucial. Further research is needed to refine guidelines and explore long-term effects. Strength training is a valuable component of prenatal care when conducted safely. https://apcz.umk.pl/QS/article/view/58312Strength TrainingPregnancyMaternal HealthFetal DevelopmentGestational DiabetesMuscoskeletal Pain |
| spellingShingle | Karol Demel Antoni Kantor Jakub Król Łukasz Bialic Monika Dziedzic Sebastian Polok Adriana Potoczek Justyna Talaska Marta Godyń Dorota Zatłoka-Mazur Strength training in pregnancy. Systematic review of benefits and risks Quality in Sport Strength Training Pregnancy Maternal Health Fetal Development Gestational Diabetes Muscoskeletal Pain |
| title | Strength training in pregnancy. Systematic review of benefits and risks |
| title_full | Strength training in pregnancy. Systematic review of benefits and risks |
| title_fullStr | Strength training in pregnancy. Systematic review of benefits and risks |
| title_full_unstemmed | Strength training in pregnancy. Systematic review of benefits and risks |
| title_short | Strength training in pregnancy. Systematic review of benefits and risks |
| title_sort | strength training in pregnancy systematic review of benefits and risks |
| topic | Strength Training Pregnancy Maternal Health Fetal Development Gestational Diabetes Muscoskeletal Pain |
| url | https://apcz.umk.pl/QS/article/view/58312 |
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