Ever wondered to yourself, Is carrying a baby exercise?

Learn why a physical therapist says it absolutely counts as a workout.

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But are you really getting some fitness in when youre doing this?

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According to the experts, the answer is, Absolutely!

And he knows hes getting in his toddler-focused fitness and then some just through his day-to-day life.

Carrying a baby is a full-body workout, he says.

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Many areas of the body play a role in successfully lifting and carrying your baby throughout the day.

And any parent knows those muscles get an extra challenge when their little one starts to get squirmy.

Carrying a baby is a full-body workout.

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Short-duration tasks such as lifting a baby from the floor, crib, or car seat are more strength-based.

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