Exercising

Stefanie&Byron

Anyone else doing any workouts? I've done quite a few beachbody workouts in the past couple of years and now I'm doing turbo fire minus the HIIT workouts. I'm trying to keep my weight gain down since last pregnancy it was ridiculous! 

curlylocks3

I'm doing cardio and strength training to keep my core strong and try to minimize muscle loss.

bebemac

Nope, no energy.

Kinipela7

I'm doing an hour cardio a 4-5x a week and 2 days strength (body weight exercises only)

beachbride5

i have been doing a crossfit bootcamp for the past year, so i am still doing that, just modifying when needed. my cardio has taken a hit this time around. i get winded climbing the stairs holding my daughter!

Stefanie&Byron

@bebemac…that was me too up until like this week. I also get winded really easily so I have been doing the modified exercises on the program. 

Stefanie&Byron

@hampire! I'm sorry this was not intended to make you feel bad. I literally just got energy this week. Housework totally counts by the way!

sjn00

I do Denise Austins pregnancy video every day and walk my dogs haha. Im only allowed 45min of light excersise. And I am to weak to do a push up hehe so These have been perfect for me to gain much needed muscle =]

cristykaye

I need to do something!!! I am going to the gym tomorrow but mainly just to get on the treadmill. They have a pretty awesome class there but it's not for pregnant women so I wang to talk to the instructor about it. I know it will be no big deal to rest when I need or to not do the an work. I NEED to build some upper body strength back if I am going to be carrying around a baby!! Also I want to start back with my yoga vids just for some stretching and relaxing. I know without a doubt I will feel better if I get off my ass!!

cristykaye

I need to do something!!! I am going to the gym tomorrow but mainly just to get on the treadmill. They have a pretty awesome class there but it's not for pregnant women so I wang to talk to the instructor about it. I know it will be no big deal to rest when I need or to not do the an work. I NEED to build some upper body strength back if I am going to be carrying around a baby!! Also I want to start back with my yoga vids just for some stretching and relaxing. I know without a doubt I will feel better if I get off my ass!!

Kinipela7

hampire said:

These threads always make me feel bad. I still don't have the energy to do much of anything and get winded and light headed easier now. On the days I get a "burst" I usually do housework. 

Don't let it make you feel bad.  Don't compare yourself to others!  I learned this really quick with the weight gain thread!  

Stefanie&Byron

@hampire- It will happen soon  

katekat8721

@Hampire - You're not alone friend...

jwarnerb

katekat8721 and @hampire

Word, ladies.  I worked out everyday until a week before I found out I was pregnant (thought I was sick, haha!).  I went to a kickboxing class and strength training classes a couple of times since and puked during and after each time.  When I finally stop barfing I will try again.  

If.  I.  Ever.  Stop.  Barfing.  

Guh.

ETA: back to the original topic.  When I do (if ever!) start feeling better I plan on going back to alternating between strength training and kickboxing- with modified exercises.  

Question: my RN said "Why bother" when I asked about core training- but doesn't it help to have a strong core during childbirth?  I think she meant "why bother, it's all going to be shot to hell anyway". 

lest12

These threads always make me feel bad. I still don't have the energy to do much of anything and get winded and light headed easier now. On the days I get a "burst" I usually do housework. 

Oh no, me exactly. I'm pleased when I can clean the house, or run errands. I do take the dog for a nice walk 2-3 times a week (DH does the other days, my pup isn't neglected!) And I actually won't even read the weight-gain threads, lol. I know no one is trying to make anyone feel bad, but my head can be a terrible place!

BrooknCory

I went grocery shopping at the dredded Walmart and became faint because I was upright for too long. Geeze, who is this inactive person I have become? I don't feel like eating, drinking or exercising. If it's alright with you all I'm blaming the super freezing weather, the holidays and my mom (just for fun).

FeliciaTwo

So far I've been doing daily walks with the dog and daily yoga.  A year and a half ago I was running 30 miles a week, but that kept getting cut down when we had troubles getting pregnant.  I haven't run now in 8 months probably, and am too scared to start when I'm pregnant.  I'm planning to start swimming regularly though . . .

LindsayDesigner

I did four loads of laundry and made three meals today. Does that count? Our laundry is in the basement.
I'm looking forward to going on walks when it warms up and the inversion clears.

curlylocks3

jwarnerb said:

katekat8721 and @hampire

Word, ladies.  I worked out everyday until a week before I found out I was pregnant (thought I was sick, haha!).  I went to a kickboxing class and strength training classes a couple of times since and puked during and after each time.  When I finally stop barfing I will try again.  

If.  I.  Ever.  Stop.  Barfing.  

Guh.

ETA: back to the original topic.  When I do (if ever!) start feeling better I plan on going back to alternating between strength training and kickboxing- with modified exercises.  

Question: my RN said "Why bother" when I asked about core training- but doesn't it help to have a strong core during childbirth?  I think she meant "why bother, it's all going to be shot to hell anyway". 

My OB specifically told me to do core strength stuff- said it will help prevent backaches. 

MrsRahl

LindsayDesigner said:

I did four loads of laundry and made three meals today. Does that count? Our laundry is in the basement. I'm looking forward to going on walks when it warms up and the inversion clears.

Same thing here lol.  I did laundry and swept the rug and was all like, "I am so awesome today!" hahaha.  I walked a ton before I got pregnant, and then it got all cold and yucky here, so I'm turning into a couch blob watching Downton Abbey reruns!

MrsStarns

I'm a fitness competitor (when I'm not pregnant!) so I've stuck to my weight lifting. A little modified. I used to never do cardio because I slim down to fast and easily but I've added 20 mins since I've been expecting since if can't go as hard on the weights.

allrightmeow

Im going to start a yoga strength training class to get going and I'll be doing yoga at home in between and walking. 

hollyfp

Yes I'm still teaching group fitness (cardio/ strength) 2-3 x per week.  Just modifying with some lower intensity options.  As long as I fuel (EAT!) before and take water breaks I'm good!  Definitely getting more challenging each week, it's kind of amazing.

Jennifer&Joseph

Help. I need an exercise for my upper mid section...if that makes sense. I think I'm gaining the weight right underneath my boobs. What!? It needs to go. Any suggestions?

AandJ28

I've been doing cardio / strength training classes 5x a week for the past couple of weeks and while I notice I get winded easily and have to modify the weights, it makes me feel better. I had to take all of first tri away from the gym because I had no energy and ms was a bitch. It's so nice to finally be back.

@curlylocks3 and @jwarnerb - my dr told me not to do too much core. She said a few planks were fine but she didn't want me doing hardcore ab / core workouts. No real explanation - although she did say, "what's the point really? Your abs will be gone in another few weeks anyway." I've been sticking to the planks for now - they're an overall good core exercise.

ncbelle

Yup!  The cold weather has killed my running but I'm doing indoor cardio and light weights - lots of squats and some core work too (great labor prep!).  I walk frequently as well.

Cindy Thomas

bebemac said:

Nope, no energy.

This

MNOpea

I try to take a long walk a couple times a week and just started going to Zumba last night. My goal is between walking and Zumba to be active 5 days

lest12

Re: Core/ab exercises - I read in one of my books (what to expect, maybe?) that we shouldn't be doing exercises lying on your back anymore. I hadn't heard that. Anyone else? Not that I'm doing a ton of them anyway but I found it curious.

texasmama2014

I jog a few times/miles a week, lift a little, and am trying to add little bits of yoga every morning like 5-10 minutes...
I also lift a lot of food to my mouth...

texasmama2014

@lest12 it cuts off blood flow to the baby, same with sleeping on your back.
My sister, a nursing student- not an obgyn or anything, said its more of a problem when your bump is big and heavy enough to lay on the aorta(?) I think.

lest12

@sjdihle - thanks! That makes sense I just hadn't heard it before. I'm learning something new every day here, literally, lol.

PinkPrettyKitty

During my 4 days on work I do a lot of walking/speed walking. On my days off I'm doing the Tracy Anderson Pregnancy Project DVDs. However....my 5lb weights are too much for me so I need to get some three lbs. Also going on walks with DH and our dog!

Nancy1250

I aim for 3 workouts per week. I drag my ass to gym and walk out feeling amazing. Makes no sense but I like it!

Lynnja616

I do cardio (run, walk, Spin, swim) 3 days per week with weights (heavy) once per week and an additional day of resistance/strength training that is less intense (body weight stuff, resistance bands, etc).  I also try to remain as active in my daily life as possible, ie walking a lot at work, shoveling snow, running around with the kids, taking family hikes, cleaning the house, etc.  I feel my best after working out and being active.

I'm definitely better at adding exercise and activity than subtracting food!  I love food.

Runningmomfam

I run, 4-6 miles a day, walk 3-4 and do a half hour work out video almost everyday. Working out gives me energy and improves my mood. I was doing this before pregnancy and just continued. I feel like I do a lot but to others it might not seem like much. Everyone's body and needs are different. Exercise is my "me time" but not everyone enjoys it.

jldcjs

I workout for at least an hour everyday and then try to be active during the day by taking frequent walks, taking the stairs, etc. 

It makes me feel great, but I'm a little frustrated that I'm still gaining so much weight all over! 

RowdyRocketman

Now that the all day and all night sickness has subsided, I'm back at the gym doing pump and cardio about 5 days a week. Thank goodness, otherwise I'd be a big old marshmallow by the time baby comes!

lest12

Thanks to this thread and this thread alone, I did 30 minutes on the elliptical tonight.

So thanks, I guess, lol.

skyview222

I planned to begin working out again when 2nd Tri began, but I had the flu and am still recovering.  I am currently on Day 6 of laryngitis.  I'm hoping to go to a yoga class next Tuesday and get a light workout or two in before I start the class.

crossfitkiwi

I crossfit 3-4 times a week and jog/walk a couple of times for about an hour. I'd like to start fitting in some gentle hatha yoga too.

I get cranky when I don't work out so try to make it a priority.