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Can Exercise During Pregnancy Make Labor Harder?

Can Exercise During Pregnancy Make Labor Harder?

Movement and Body Wellness in Pregnancy Series, Podcast, Pregnancy, TBPodcast

It’s common knowledge that walking, swimming, and doing prenatal yoga can all be super helpful during pregnancy, but what about running, barre, CrossFit, or weightlifting? Deb Flashenberg shares with Adriana how strength-focused exercising can lead to a too-tight core...
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