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Research shows that exercising throughout pregnancy provides countless benefits to both mom and the developing baby.  James F. Clapp II is a professor of reproductive biology at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr Clapp is one of the most recognized researchers on the topic of exercise during pregnancy. In a 1990 study he concludes "Moderate exercise during pregnancy leads to better weight regulation and fewer backaches and other discomforts." In the same study, Dr. Clapp documented "shorter, easier labors (averaging 2 hours shorter labor) with less medical intervention (24%less C-sections and 14% less usage of forceps), higher neo-natal Apgar scores and quicker recoveries" for exercising pregnant women. Some additional benefits include: ·         Reduced weight gain during pregnancy and more rapid weight loss postpartum ·         Relief or...
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