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Abstract:
Exercise during pregnancy and the postpartum period is important for maternal and infant health. To standardize clinical practice regarding exercise for pregnant and postpartum women in China, the Chinese Society of Perinatal Medicine of the Chinese Medical Association and the China Institute of Sport Science, General Administration of Sport of China, jointly developed this expert consensus. This consensus was informed by the latest evidence from clinical research, relevant guidelines, and expert opinion. It was developed using the Delphi method through three rounds of expert consultation, together with multidisciplinary discussions, resulting in the expert consensus. This consensus addresses key topics, including eligible populations for exercise during pregnancy, exercise contraindications, exercise prescription components, and postpartum exercise, and provides 10 key recommendations. It aims to offer scientific, practical, and actionable guidance for exercise interventions among pregnant and postpartum women in China and to promote the integration of sports and medicine in perinatal health management.
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