Resistance Training during Pregnancy

School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences

Dr Melanie Hayman

Synopsis

This proposed proposal will examine the role of strength training during pregnancy, its associated benefits and risk and whether or not women are being advised to engage in strength training during pregnancy. Qualitative and quantitative research methods will be used to address these research questions. The applicant should have a passion for improving women's health and/or exercise/physical activity.

Medical and Health Sciences

Pregnancy, resistance training, strength training

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