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Active Lifestyle Among Pregnant Women in Burundi

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Abstract

Anatomical and physiological changes during pregnancy can alter balance, coordination capabilities and finally make some activities more uncomfortable. The present study used self-administrated questionnaire to assess Burundi’s pregnant women physical practice level and their knowledge regarding health benefits of physical exercise practice during pregnancy. Study outcomes show majority of Burundi women adopt sedentary lifestyle during pregnancy, and they have a negative apprehension on exercise and physical activity practice during pregnancy.

DOI 10.11648/j.ajss.20180603.11
Published in American Journal of Sports Science (Volume 6, Issue 3, September 2018)
Page(s) 74-77
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Keywords

Pregnant Women, Lifestyle, Burundi

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  • Institut d’Education Physique et des Sports, Université du Burundi, Bujumbura, Burundi

  • Institut d’Education Physique et des Sports, Université du Burundi, Bujumbura, Burundi

  • Institut d’Education Physique et des Sports, Université du Burundi, Bujumbura, Burundi

  • Institut d’Education Physique et des Sports, Université du Burundi, Bujumbura, Burundi

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