Risk of gestational diabetes by aerobic and resistance exercise during the first and second trimesters

Pregnancy 2026 Open access

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Authors: Takaki Tanamoto, George Robert Saade, Leryn J. Reynolds, Tetsuya Kawakita
DOI: 10.1002/pmf2.70246
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References: 14

Abstract

Objective: While some studies have shown that exercise reduces the incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), there is limited evidence on whether aerobic or resistance exercise is more beneficial. This study aimed to examine the rate of GDM according to the type of exercise during early pregnancy. Study design: We analyzed data from the Nulliparous Pregnancy Outcomes Study: Monitoring Mothers-to-Be (nuMoM2b), a prospective cohort of individuals enrolled during the first and second trimesters. We excluded participants with pregestational diabetes or delivery

Fields of Study & Subjects

Gestational Diabetes Research and Management Physical Activity and Health Diabetes Cardiovascular Risks and Lipoproteins

Publication details

Journal / source
Pregnancy
Volume
2
Issue
2
Pages
e70246–e70246
Publication date
11 February 2026
Language
EN