Adherence
Higher baseline physical activity engagement during early pregnancy predicts continued moderate physical activity in the third trimester, regardless of BMI or military status.
If you are physically active before and during early pregnancy, you are highly likely to maintain that activity level through the third trimester. Focus on establishing a consistent activity routine early on, as this habit is the strongest predictor of staying active later in pregnancy, more so than your weight or job status.
baseline physical activity engagement predicts engagement in moderate physical activity later in pregnancy above and beyond BMI category or military duty status.
Why this rating
Large sample size (N=430) and use of objective accelerometry data, though missing data for accelerometry was high (38-57%).
Source
Changes in Self-Reported and Accelerometer-Measured Physical Activity Among Pregnant TRICARE Beneficiaries
Kinsey Pebley et al. · Research Square · 2022
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