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What type of exercise is ok when pregnant? is power walking light weights ok or ab exercises?
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Exercise: Exercise during pregnancy is not only ok but it is highly recommended. Unless you have some prior issue, normal exercises are all ok. As you get later in pregnancy, some exercises will become uncomfortable and will need to be avoided.
Answered 3/17/2014
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