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ACE's Guide to Pre-Natal Fitness offers expert advice on how to develop safe, well-designed exercise programs for pregnant women. In a straightforward manner, the DVD presents a detailed overview of both the benefits of and the contraindications to exercise during pregnancy. The DVD also explains and demonstrates program components and appropriate exercises for pregnant women. Covers session goals, benefits of exercise during pregnancy, contraindications for exercise during pregnancy, physiological changes (cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal) in pregnancy, fetal risks, general programming guidelines, strength training, and exercise and assessment demonstrations. Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise. 2004, 60 min.