Are you exercising?

EnnuiDC · December 2009

If you had an exercise routine before getting pregnant, are you trying to stick with it? If you didn't have a routine, are you starting one?

I've decided to drop my spinning classes, because I think my HR probably gets too elevated during class, and I don't have a heart rate monitor yet.

I'm trying to keep up with my running routine, but I get tired SO much faster now, and I have to keep slowing down and walking so I don't exert myself too much. It's also hard for me to work out in the morning when I feel nauseous.

nhsunshine · December 2009

If I didn't feel nauseous all day long, I would be. Until that stops I keep my bum firmly planted on the couch...

nicT42509 · December 2009

pre natal yoga...its great,

Mrs.Handy · December 2009

I've let it go for the last few weeks, but I would like to continue to work out moderately at least a few times a week throughout my pregnancy.

I'm just going to try to get my heartbeat up and not push myself too hard.

LoveBeingAWife33008 · December 2009

I am not and I feel so guilty. Especially after I get winded just from walking up the stairs.

BelhurstBride · December 2009

I've pretty maintained my pre pregnancy routine throughout my pregnancy. Recently- for obvious reasons- I've started changing my ab routine, but that's pretty much it.

kellydisney · December 2009

I'm procrastinating right now actually! lol

I am going to the gym 3-4x/week. I do the elliptical for 30 minutes and weights for 30 minutes. I'm not lifting too much. Just 3 sets of 15 reps with 10lbs or less. I think I do 37.5 on the lat pull which is the most I do. I'm trying to get these pythons toned because holding my chubby neice exhausts me and I know I'll be holding my own LO a lot more lol AND I'm in a wedding in April. Good times

I'd like to find a good prenatal yoga dvd to do as well.

katie277s · December 2009

Pre-natal yoga.

BelhurstBride · December 2009

Also, regarding your siggy, you realize you can eat sushi as long as it's from a reputable place? Double check mercury guidelines, but otherwise there is no problem with it.

Lolo555 · December 2009

I'm keeping up my same routine, but it's not very intense. I have a workout game for the wii that I do several times a week (aerobics and strength training) and try to get out for a 20-30 minute brisk walk every day. I also get a more intense hike in about once a week.

I have definitely found that working out is so much harder now. I get frustrated with myself, but I know it's just my body working over time to produce a new life!

07weddingbells · December 2009

I was in the gym 5-6 tmes a week before getting pg.

We had a hard time getting pg and I didnt want to jeopardize anything. Once I meet with my OB..I plan on going at least 3-4 times a week again.

Just doing light cardio though.

nabiasi · December 2009

pre-preg I was going 5 days a week.. there is a gym at my office so it makes it pretty easy to get into that routine. I stopped for a bit in the beginning.. and then the past couple weeks I went ONCE each week! and of course totally toned down my routine. this week I'm hoping to at least pick it up and go 2 or 3 times if I'm feeling up to it. For me it's more a matter of being exhausted in the morning.

I am trying not to be too hard on myself about working out.. I know it's good to keep it up.. but if I don't go I am not heartbroken. I guess b/c I feel fat either way! Hopefully I'll be feeling more energetic soon and I'll go more frequently.

uagirl · December 2009

I haven't been, and I feel guilty about it. I need to get my but back in the gym and at least hit the treadmill.

georgia_peachy · December 2009

nhsunshine:
If I didn't feel nauseous all day long, I would be. Until that stops I keep my bum firmly planted on the couch...

This. I'm finding it hard enough to maintain my weight as it is (I've lost 10 pounds at this point! Not good.)

Crisnina · December 2009

I am trying to go 4x/week but it's usually about 2-3x/week. I have only been doing about 30 min on the eliptical right now. I'd like to get into weights again but would like to talk to my doc about what's best first. I have that appt this Thursday so I'll hopefully be adding a quick weight workout next week.

Like others said, I don't get too down on myself for not going, esp if I'm really tired. Listen to your body to tell you what's right. I would just like to stay in shape so labor is easier and I can hopefully bounce back after LO is born.

KimW · December 2009

I gave up my weekly soccer game...it's just too intense and I can't control my hr.

I'm still running 2-3 times a week, although slower. But I think I'm going to shorten the distances soon (doing 5-10k each run), as I'm finding it hard to keep up with the rest of my running group.

Those who are still running, how far/long are you going for?

piquantmel · December 2009

Luckily I havent had any m/s yet. So, I have been doing walking intervals on a treadmill, and I have this pregnancy workout dvd called the perfect pregnancy workout. It is a sculpting dvd which I do 3 times a week. I am thinking of getting a pre natal yoga dvd too to mix into the routine. Hoping and praying that the m/s stays away.:)

KRISTA555 · December 2009

hells to the naw. I started doing prenatal yoga but puked immediately following... So I'm gonna wait till 2nd trimester.

IrishBrideND · December 2009

As long as you were doing it pre-preg regularly, its fine to continue even if your HR is a bit higher than suggested.

cheex090 · December 2009

I WAS working out 5-6 days a week before I got pregnant. Now, I'm lucky if I get to the gym 4 times a week. I aim for 5, but 4 is okay. I have definitely toned down my workouts. I usually just do 20 minutes on the elliptical and 20 minutes on an incline on the treadmill. Sometimes I'll throw in some stationary bike as well.

I personally feel SO much better if I'm getting a workout on a regular basis. It has definitely gotten much more difficult for me though...I get tired easily and my endurance just isn't what it was before.

Like a few others have said, I try not to beat myself up if I don't go as often as I'd like...

LovinLife10 · December 2009

I am currently going 3-4x/week and pre BFP I was going 3-5x/week so I have kept up pretty good. I am just so tired always it is so hard to get me there. Once I am there I do the same amount of cardio and lifting (arms only) but I do it at a less intense pace. I find my hear rate is way higher way faster now. The gym makes me feel so good!!

Aliliv · December 2009

The hearth rate advice has proven to be outdated. Just listen to your body and do what you feel you can do. You technically don't really need to modify anything yet, unless you aren't feeling physically up to certain things.

gnomely · December 2009

prenatal yoga and i switched running to walking. i'm going to add in weights starting today, as well.

h2babe · December 2009

I used to work out 2-3x/wk, and I haven't had the energy or motivation to keep up. DH and I used to take our dog on a walk for about 30 mins daily and then an hour on the weekends--but I have been skipping out on that one too. I have been so tired--and I know that exercise will help me. I am going to start on the pre-natal yoga this week.

babya2010 · December 2009

georgia_peachy:

nhsunshine:
If I didn't feel nauseous all day long, I would be. Until that stops I keep my bum firmly planted on the couch...

This. I'm finding it hard enough to maintain my weight as it is (I've lost 10 pounds at this point! Not good.)

Ditto to both posts. It's hard enough sitting up straight let alone walking around. I haven't gained any weight either, since I never even feel like eating. lol

mysticporter · December 2009

With DD I was a very regular biker before I got pg (6+ miles a day, commuting), and I kept it up until I started to get worried about getting off balance. This time around I didn't have much of one before and haven't started one, just don't have time these days

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delem · December 2009

I was working out 4-5 times a week pre-pregnancy. I go at least 3-4 times now. I still do the same thing...cardio on the elliptical and/or treadmill and lift weights. My doctor said not to lift over 30 lbs and to stop doing exercises on my back (chest press/abs) once I hit 2nd tri. Until then, I've been doing everything exactly the way I was prior.

me92603 · December 2009

Before I got pg, I did 2 kick classes a week and 2 weightlifting classes a week, I have not done a THING for a month and I think I'm going mental because of it. I would love to continue my kick class, but like you, my HR gets too high and I am scared I won't get it low impact enough. I used to work out at 6pm, but now I am too darn tired to even think about the gym. I need motivation.

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