Abstract

Objective: To determine difference in the level of physical activity in three trimesters.Methodology: This analytical cross sectional Study was conducted in Razi Hospital, Gynae & Peads Clinic (Sir Syed Chowk Rawalpindi) and Pakistan Railway hospital, Rawalpindi from June 2020 till March 2021.A total of 377 pregnant women in three different trimesters of pregnancy were convenience-selected during antenatal visits. The data was collected on pregnancy physical activity questionnaire (PPAQ) for measuring the level of activity. The data was analyzed by SPSS version 21.Results: Total participants were 377 with mean ± SD age of 26.51 + 3.57 years. There were 105, 127 and 145 participants in 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimesters respectively. There was significant difference between the level of physical activity while comparing 1st and 3rd trimesters; and 2nd and 3rd trimester for total activity, light, moderate and vigorous activity; sedentary activity, household activities and sports related activates (p<0.05). There was no statistical difference between the level of physical activity in 1st and 2nd trimesters. Occupational activity showed no statistical difference (p>0.05) at any trimester. Conclusion: It was concluded that women during their pregnancy period are actively involved in various type of activities. Specifically women in 3rd trimester were found to be more engaged in physical activities.