Short bursts of intense exercise may be fine during pregnancy, a new study suggests

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Cycling up hills is harder than it used to be, but at 27 weeks pregnant with twins, Terra Manca isn’t ready to park her bike.

Manca, 39, is a longtime athlete. The Edmontonian was on the varsity cross-country running team while in university, competed in road races as a cyclistĀ and also cross-country skis.

Being able to continue with those sports throughout her pregnancy has helped her stay energetic, feel comfortable and remain social.

ā€œI’ve been exercising throughout with whatever my body is up to andĀ whatever I find fun and worthwhile,ā€ she said.

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Manca’s family doctor has been supportive of her continuing to exercise, but

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