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. 2021 Feb 19;16(2):e0247533. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0247533

Table 3. Frequency of factors influencing negative attitude among the pregnant women attending ANC towards antenatal exercise, University of Gondar comprehensive specialized Hospital (UoGCSH), Ethiopia(n = 349).

Variable n(%)
Attitude towards antenatal exercises
    Positive score (≥ 6.73) 193 (55.3)
    Negative score (< 6.73) 156 (44.7)
Negative attitude towards antenatal exercise (n = 156)
    I think ANEx is essential 198(56.7)
    I believe ANEx suits our culture 187(53.6)
    I think ANEx doesn’t harm my baby 171(49)
    I believe ANEx will help me get back to shape 44(12.6)
    I have a good family support 167(47.9)
    I have enough time to do exercise 126(36.1)
    I like to do exercises 125(35.8)
    I think ANEx will prevent complications 227(65)
    I believe ANEx with help rapid post-natal recovery 151(43.3)
    I think if ANEx is individualized it is better 111(31.8)
    I think ANEx will give an energetic feel 237(67.9)
    I think ANEx should be done based on advice 96(27.5)