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However, the intersection of pregnancy and athletics presents a unique set of challenges. ACOG guidelines on exercise during pregnancy primarily target recreational exercisers. Tailored recommendations are needed for pregnant elite athletes. This study examines both how pregnancy affects physiology and the risks\/benefits of high\u2010intensity exercise. Two independent reviews were conducted, using MESH search terms including \u201cpregnant athletes,\u201d \u201cfemale elite athlete,\u201d \u201cmaternal health,\u201d \u201cexercise pregnancy.\u201d From 56 total studies, 40 studies with clinical data on over 4163 women, including elite athletes, were included in the review. Regular exercise during pregnancy can improve cardiovascular fitness and fetal vascular function while reducing risks of gestational diabetes, hypertensive disorders, delivering a large\u2010for\u2010gestational\u2010age infant, and excessive weight gain. High\u2010intensity activities can compromise fetal blood flow. Endurance athletes may safely maintain their training regimens during pregnancy, whereas those in high\u2010altitude or contact sports require adjustments. Routine, non\u2010intense exercise during pregnancy offers significant maternal and fetal health benefits. 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