I want to know what your thoughts are regarding excercise.....my doctor advised me yesterday to make sure that I didn't do any exercise that would make my heart rate rise above 140. I tried to do some light elliptical but I could only do that for about 20 minutes because my hear rate kept coming up. I ended up going to the stationary bike where I was able to keep my rate well below 140.
What other exercise are you ladies doing? I enjoy working out and would like to continue; but of course I want to be careful because of the baby.
Thanks!
Re: exercise question
Hey! We have the same EDD!
For some weird reason, I'm petrified of exercise right now. I used to be a huge work out junkie (I work in Kinesiology at a University) but with my wedding and a bunch of travel this summer, I've been barely able to get out for a run, let alone a full workout!
I have my first Dr appt tomorrow and I'll express my concerns to her and hopefully receive some reassuring feedback. No matter what, I'm definitely going to keep it light...cycling (stationary), walking around the track (although that often brings on the cramps) and some light weights.
Any spotting (which I hear can happen if you exercise too hard), and I'll taking a break.
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The 140 hr rule is dated. As long as you were active before, you can continue with what you were doing, as long as you hydrate yourself well and not exercise to exhaustion. I run and bike, and was worried my dr would tell me the same thing, but he said what I mentioned above. I am a little paranoid and have settled with keeping my hr below 150, which means if it's cool enough, I can get a somewhat decent run in. It's been too hot for me lately to go out. I am heading out friday (FINALLY) for a ride, and I am just going to go out at a moderate pace. It's not supposed to be too hot. I can't wait!!
Congrats!
I agree! I work in fitness, and that 140 rule is outdated. Just make sure you listen to your body. If you have any pain, can't breath, etc; Stop.
I feel the same way!!! Well, I will continue to do use the bike and walk on the treadmill. There isn't a lot else, at least I think, that I can do that will keep my heart rate below 140.
I just would like to stay active. I will continue to see how I feel and I won't over-do it.
I used to do about an hour of cardio a couple of times a week so I will lower that time to 45 minutes just to be safe.
Let us know what your doctor says!
strength training and walking on the treadmill. it's easy to keep the heart rate down this way!
With my first I did Pilates and Yoga. I'm actually an instructor so I did taught classes 5 nights a week. I actually taught a dance fitness class 2 nights before I went into labor. My doctor was very supportive of me doing this and I highly recommend it. It helped me feel better, not gain too much weight and I had very strong muscles to push my son out (I only pushed for about 20 minutes). Just make sure you have an instructor who knows about Pre-Natal fitness. I'm planning on doing Pilates and Yoga and also Zumba through out this pregnancy as well. Good luck to you!
I agree with the PP's ~ my OB said the 140 rule is outdated and completely arbitrary.
She said to keep doing what you were doing pre-pg but to stay comfortable. Now isn't the time for sprint workouts or training for a marathon. There will be plenty of time for leisurely waddles around the park later, so enjoy riding a bike and kicking some ass on the elliptical while you can
Also, give swimming a try or check out www.fitpregnancy.com for other ideas about staying in shape while KU