Physical performance and maternal fitness are improved through exercise during pregnancy.

For those performance junkies out there looking to get a leg up on the competition, here is a bone for you.

The research has shown women who continue a regular exercise program and resume it postpartum experience a 10 percent increase in maximal aerobic capacity. This is due to the additive effects of pregnancy and exercise. Please be aware that women who stop their exercise program early will not achieve the same effect.

Now, this does not mean you should train like a champion all throughout. Remember listening to your body and exercise in a moderate RPE level of intensity. You will have good days and not so good days so your intensity levels will change accordingly.

It's amazing to think improvements can be made through intelligent, safe exercise during pregnancy. Fitness4Baby is very excited to bring you the latest and greatest information on pregnancy & exercise.

The information about maximal aerobic capacity was referenced from: "Exercising Through Your Pregnancy," Clapp III, James F, 2002. Addicus Books Inc.

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