Sit ups: can I keep doing them when I'm pregnant?
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Antenatal fitness experts explain when you can do sit-ups in pregnancy, when you should stop – and what you can do to keep your stomach muscles strong instead
Be wary of doing sit-ups in pregnancy – but don’t ignore those stomach muscles entirely, say pregnancy fitness experts
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Avoid Sitting positions during Pregnancy: Pregnancy Health Blog
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The 'Pregnancy' Sit up! You can't do situps with a big tummy
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What to Know About Safe Pregnancy Sleeping Positions
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Exercising in pregnancy - Start for Life - NHS
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How to get comfortable while pregnant: Tips from moms
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Are Core Exercises Safe in Pregnancy?
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Sporty pregnant girl squatting, doing sit-ups isolated on white background. Concept of healthy life Stock Photo - Alamy
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Pregnancy at week 35 Pregnancy Birth and Baby
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How to Perform Sit-Ups & Crunches during Pregnancy
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22 Safe & Effective Abdominal (Ab) Exercises During Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Joint Pain: Causes and Treatment
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11 Pregnancy Symptoms Not to Ignore
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Is It Safe to Do Sit-Ups or Crunches While Pregnant?
Is it dangerous to do sit ups during pregnancy? - Quora
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