Exercise becoming difficult...

nib1441bin

Is anyone finding it harder and harder to work out as they get further along?  I'm 7 weeks, 5 days pregnant and everyday I feel like it's getting harder- the weights seem heavier, I'm short of breath faster, etc.  I want to stay fit during my pregnancy, but it's becoming more and more difficult.  Any suggestions?

Helenahhandbasket

If something feels too difficult, you should either really consider modifying your workout or cutting down the time you are working out.  There are a lot of great pregnancy workout DVDs out there-- maybe try one of those?

It's great you want to keep fit during your pregnancy, but not to the length that you are exhausting yourself.

AggieBeth06

DaisyBlinks said:

Listen to your body, do what you can do and don't worry about what you used to be able to do or feel like you 'should' do. Just try to do something regularly and focus on nutrition. I'm definitely already short of breath and it only gets worse as time goes on!

This. I'm not currently able to make it to the gym because of some lower back issues, but I totally agree with the post!

nib1441bin

Thanks everyone.  Maybe I'll try a pregnancy specific work out, rather than my norm.  

Dani0329

I had to give up strength training too. I just do lighter things and try to eat as well as my food aversions allow.