Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2016
Originally Published In
International Journal of Childbirth Education
Volume Number
31
Issue Number
1
Page Numbers
14 - 17
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190
Abstract
Mindfulness exercise practices offer a form of physical activity which is uniquely suited to support both psychological and physical health during pregnancy. Mindfulness exercise practices, which include yoga, qi gong, tai chi, and martial art forms such as kung fu, karate, and tae kwon do, combine physical activity with deliberate breathing exercises and focused attentional strategies. The purpose of this article is to review the various forms of mindfulness exercise and outline basic guidelines for mindfulness exercise training during pregnancy.
