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Table 1 Expectations of the women in the water aerobics group, their perception of the benefits obtained and the difficulties found in attending classes, according to evaluations performed at 28 and 36 weeks of pregnancy.

From: Water exercises and quality of life during pregnancy

 

Baseline

28 Weeks

36 Weeks

Expectations

   

Improve physical well-being

71

56

25

Improve the baby's physical well-being

19

4

10

Make childbirth easier

19

30

65

Help keep in shape/control weight

19

-

-

Perception of benefits

-

91

90

No difficulty in attending classes

-

74

60

Total number of women

31

23

20

  1. Data expressed as percentages.