Browsing Norges idrettshøgskole by Author "Benvenuti, Maria Beatrice"
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Lumbopelvic pain and sick leave during pregnancy: A comparison of Italy and Norway
Haakstad, Lene Annette Hagen; Benvenuti, Maria Beatrice; Dalhaug, Emilie Frederikke Mass; Bø, Kari (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Background: Pregnancy-related lumbopelvic pain is a frequently reported musculoskeletal disorder, but few studies have compared data between countries. Objectives: Examine prevalence, severity, and sick leave and explore ... -
The weight of motherhood: Identifying obesity, gestational weight gain and physical activity level of Italian pregnant women
Benvenuti, Maria Beatrice; Bø, Kari; Draghi, Simonetta; Tandoi, Elisabetta; Haakstad, Lene Annette Hagen (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)Objective: Pre-pregnancy obesity and suboptimal gestational weight gain are on the rise globally and are independently associated with several maternal and neonatal complications. A healthy lifestyle, including regular ... -
Why do so many pregnant women give up exercise?: An Italian cross-sectional study
Skjold, Ingvild; Benvenuti, Maria Beatrice; Haakstad, Lene Annette Hagen (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Objective: Current exercise guidelines recommend women to exercise throughout pregnancy, and the benefits are well documented. Still, there is an increasing decline of exercise levels during pregnancy and a high percentage ...