Pregnancy workout routine?

victoria98

I'm sure there's a couple of professionals in here! I'm concerned about my weight gain (not that I have gained but I'm concerned because I am overweight by about 10lbs but that was from before I was even pregnant.) because like most ladies have been saying, all I want is carbs & I didn't even notice until I kept reading comments from other moms to be saying that's one of the few things they can keep down. I don't throw up but I'm nauseous literally almost all day. But anyways I'm just looking for some work out tips & tricks, I walk my dog occasionally but I have not been motivated to at all lately and I feel like hearing someone else's routines would definitely give me some motivation! Thanks for reading & please share your thoughts !

tgflorez

There are some great, short (10-20 minute) videos on YouTube of pregnancy workouts that I do. I also try to do 15-20 minutes of walking (on a treadmill) each day.

Croscrew

I currently can am only walking due to MS and fatigue, but as soon as I can get motivated Kelsey Byers Fitness has a great free ebook for prenatal workouts at goodmorningfitness.com

samantha1206

Eating. Ha. Seriously I need to get walking. I have good intentions everyday but you know what they say about good intentions...

TbabyB

https://breakingmuscle.com/mommy/mommy-workout-first-trimester-week-1-day-1

This is a great resource for safe weight training during pregnancy. She gives 3 workouts per week of pregnancy. I am trying to follow this, ms allowing.

jlgriff11

My workout consists of Netflix and chill, so I applaud you.

pourmeanothermocktail

I'm a bit of a nut for exercise. So I'm running and riding my horse a few times a week each. But even a long walk or short yoga routine is a good first step.

thebigoaktree

The stationary bike has been my life saver, as I can't ride outside anymore till later spring because it's cold now.

BnKNovember

I like to combine my Netflix marathons with some exercise. I do a combination of yoga, light weights,and running the stairs. Helps me feel less guilty about watching and stops me from just sitting and eating which I do enough of already.

holly142

The 2nd trimester will hopefully be much easier for you! Right now I am barely making it to Zumba 1 time per week. With DD I started prenatal yoga at 12 weeks. I only went 1 time per week because it is expensive but I loved it! I also walked 3-4 times per week in my 2nd and 3rd trimester. Mostly I walked 2 miles but as I got closer to 40 weeks, my distance shortened.

jenkeale

I walk a lot and try to get on the stationary bike twice a week for 45 mins. I plan on going back to hiking and prenatal yoga 3 times a week when I'm feeling better. Prenatal yoga was wonderful for me my first pregnancy. Not only did it help me stay in shape, but it really helped me with the birthing process, so I highly recommend!

KyCade3013

I run 10-15 miles a week, but I've been running for the past 4 years regularly and through my previous 2 pregnancies. It does help a lot with weight gain, great cardio and helps during delivery stamina wise.

rakel88

I'm a personal trainer and any kinda cardio (walking counts) and light weight/body weight exercises are good. No crunches or sit-ups.
First trimester has been TOUGH, and is for a lot of people, so do what you can now. Hopefully by 2nd tri you'll get more energy and be able to move more. As far as walking and needing motivation to do so, think of how happy your pup is when you walk him! Whenever I'm feeling extra lazy, I look at my dogs' faces and I know they love their walks, so I muster it up for their sakes

noelietrex

Crossfit 3-5 days a week for me! When I don't feel like doing anything, ZUMBA for the win! Fun dancing, nice and easy, and can be as light or intense as you make it. Also walking! The pregnancy walks with the husband are my favorite. Farts to the dogs, they're a hassle, but uninterrupted attention and walks with DH are great. Hope you find something that works for you. Oh also if you like YouTube yoga with Adrienne is awesome and Sarahfit has some free quick prenatal body weight workouts

TattoosandLace

I do PiYo. Low impact. I wish we had wifi at our farmhouse and is totally do the prenatal workouts on Beachbody on demand.

stillcozy

I run either a 5k or 10k on my good days. Walking at an incline for my bad days as well I do beach body 21 day fix videos for lifting and cardio a few days a week as well and elyptical and light yoga for sciatic pain

acn5028

I have a pretty easy commute to the gym, We have a home gym in our basement & I still find it difficult to find the time or energy. Most days I at least try to hit the elliptical for 15-20 minutes and do some light weights/machines. On off days I use exercises from fit pregnancy emails I saved from my last pregnancy. I know it's hard but I really like to try to keep as active as possible & I think it helps you bounce back much more quickly after the baby

candypantsls

I think going to a class- any class (yoga, spin, and suggestions from previous posters)- is great at this point, because you're motivated to show up and be around other people, and once you get there, ya can't leave!  Hahaha.  Personally, I CANNOT work out by myself.  I am such a slacker without a class.  Also serves as a great distraction to the nausea.

For me currently, CrossFit 3-5 days/week, plus coaching and a couple clients I train individually.

Also I kindly disagree with a previous poster that you shouldn't do situps or crunches.  I think through your first trimester and even a little into your second it's fine, as long as you feel comfortable with it.  Yeah, eventually you shouldn't lay on your back for extended periods of time, and there will be a feeling as if there's a ball in your lower abdomen and you won't WANT to do those anymore.  But I think, better whip that core into shape while you can to help support the rest of your pregnancy.  Just my opinion   Just have to listen to your body.

And, walking those pups is a great activity at this point when you feel blah!  Go for it!

charlotte.dewey

So far this pregnancy should be smoother than my previous one (I was cleared at later appt's with my OB that I won't be high risk this time, so being active/working out is a GO!). Good news for me. NOW, on to the actual wanting of working out. The nausea is killing me already, so early on!

I have also been a runner for the past 3-4 years (half marathons, 10-15 miles a week) and a very consistent group workout (similar to crossfit) attender. I was curious about the ab work too, @candypantsls so that is encouraging. I have been doing planks pretty regularly, so hoping to continue for a while longer. 

Thanks for the suggestions, all!

rakel88

@candypantsls I said that because that's what I've learned with my certs and what doctors have told me. You can still work your core with a bunch of other exercises, it's just not recommended doing exercises where you're crunching your abdominal muscles together.
BUT I totally agree with listening to your body. I saw a new doctor last week, who told me not to lift anything new over 15 lbs and be careful not to break a sweat. For 3 years now I've been powerlifting and I've taught Zumba for the past 7 years.. That's ridiculous advice for me! But maybe good advice for someone who doesn't exercise. It's all up to the individual.

PugsandKisses

My work out is work (nurse here), o average about 13k steps per day at work.

born2run911

PugsandKisses said:

My work out is work (nurse here), o average about 13k steps per day at work.

This is impressive. I'm also a nurse but average 8-10k steps per day. I always thought it would be higher because I'm so exhausted by the end of the day, but I guess I just stand a lot.

cajunrunner

I was doing body beast (weight training 6 days a week) before I found out that I was pregnant, since that is what my body is used to I've kept it up. All of the exercises are still comfortable for me, so I haven't had to modify yet.
I agree with pp that there are great workouts on YouTube.

xc1148

It's so cliche, but working out will make you feel better! I am boring, but I love just walking around the neighborhood. It's fun for us when we get home from work to connect, and our daughter loves watching the doggy from her stroller. I found I was sleeping better too when I exercised more frequently. I guess here is where I confess I'm a complete wimp in the cold and havent been on a walk in 2 weeks lol.