Which of the Following Statements Adequately Represents Aerobic Exercise Guidelines

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements adequately represents aerobic exercise guidelines for a woman during an uncomplicated pregnancy?

• A)Continue exercise at levels prior to pregnancy with the understanding that a lower intensity of exercise results in the same level of exertion.
• B)Limit exercise to three times a week at a target heart rate during exercise based on a conventional age-based calculation.
• C)Women who have not been exercising prior to pregnancy should wait for 3 months after delivery to begin an exercise program.
• D)If a woman has exercised prior to pregnancy, all types of exercise can be continued throughout pregnancy, including those with ballistic end-range movements and rapid changes of direction.

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