Q's about trigger shots, exercise, etc

kaynix21

So I had my first RE appt Friday and they did a trigger shot....so I should have O'd at 3am this morning according to my RE.

I'm having some weird pains on both sides....mostly my left side now which is the one that was ready to go....sort of feels like my ovary is extra big and almost crampy? IDK I don't usually have O pain so I don't know what to expect. Anyone else have that? And does it usually hurt after O'ing....or would that mean I didn't ovulate this morning like she though I would? 

She told me that for the next 2 weeks I need to act as if PG, no super hot baths, no raw foods, sushi, etc until I get AF or not. How does that work with exercise? I've been doing a lot more intense exercising the last few weeks. I forgot to ask while I was there, so I can call tomorrow and check with her. But I wanted to get a workout in tonight so I was curious what RE's have told others.

TIA

jenkellen

I was very uncomfortable for about 2 days after my trigger shot. It sounded like many other ladies have had a similar experience.

Personally, I laid of intense exercise. It was more my paranoia than anything the doctor told me. I'd give them a quick call and ask tomorrow. 

Rachaeleigh

I didn't start medicated cycles yet, but did ask about exercise bc I had plans to run a half marathon in May. My RE told me that my body will let me know whats comfortable. She said that more than likely, it won't enjoy or tolerate high impact/high intensity well.

marshaleigh

I have pains exactly like yours!  I think it's normal.  I live in Bulgaria and here they tell all women to abstain from exercise from trigger until the end of your first trimester (assuming you get pregnant).  It seems to contradict lots of research I've read about the benefits of exercise in the first trimester.  I'm a runner, so I've decided to take it easy from trigger until 2 dpiui.  Then I will try to do mainly cycling and strength training for the rest of my 2WW...although I did go on a couple short jogs last time. 

I'm really interested to hear what others' doctors are telling them.  We've been trying for 2 years and could be for a long while more.  I can't imagine giving up all exercise during this time.

MARISAV77

I have recieved 2 trigger shots and each time I did get crampy in my ovaries the next day. My RE did not tell say anything about not exercising after getting the shot. Does exercise really impact fertilization that we are not allowed to exercise? I've beent training for a 5K next month and I've been running 3-4 days a week after my trigger shot in December and this month. Waiting to test today, since it will be 14 days since my shot! Crossing fingers.

pmpknbride

My RE told me I could continue with my normal activity after IUI, after the first two I didn't exercise much and when I did I only walked. For my 3rd one I'm living life as normal and doing my regular gym classes.

Sha259

After my trigger I also felt ovulation pains for about 2 days. It was more discomfort than pain. My RE said that doing my normal exercise routine was perfectly fine after trigger,, and after IUI in the 2WW. So, I have been working out at my normal level of intensity, which is medium to high intensity activity 6 days per week, heartrate usually anywhere between 150-165 bpm.

The way I see it, if I change my routine now, then it could be like me going a whole year or more working out poorly while in treatment, and there isn't even a guarantee that I'll be pg.

NBGordon

I have triggered the last two moths and I have felt a lot going on for 40+ hours. Mostly mild to moderate cramping and what resembles indigestion.

After my IUI last week my RE said I have no restrictions and should go about life as usual (with the exception of running a marathon). So I still have been lifting weights, jogging, cycling and doing yoga but taking it a bit easier than I usually would. I also have had a few drinks here and there but not too much. I feel a little guilty about that but figure it must be fine since I was not told to abstain completely. I want to to everything right but I am more afraid of getting myself all psyched for a BFP and wind up with another BFN and totally depressed.

sunlavender

I typically felt O pains, some intense, the day after and two days after trigger shot.  My RE considers 36 hours after trigger to be ovulation.  I think that's pretty standard.

Honeslty, I live my life during the 2WW.  That includes food, drinks, and exercise.  But obviously it's a personal decision.

Kissmark

a bit off topic but your RE can pinpoint the exact hour you ovulated after trigger? wow 

kaynix21

Thanks for all the info everyone.

Since my loss is still really fresh, I feel really uncomfortable not taking it easy because I don't want to go through that again, personal decision of course, although I'm sure it is safe to continue what I've been doing.

I've been more active doing extra cleaning around the house and things in the kitchen to make sure I'm up and moving, as well as walking with my pup.

I cramped the day after my shot, and the next two days after that as well. Now feeling bloaty and uncomfortable.