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2nd Trimester
Exercise? XP
XP from 3rd tri
I'm almost at the end of 2nd trimester and realizing that I would like to do some physical activity now so that I have a little more energy during labor this time around.
Did any of you start exercising later in pregnancy? If so, what would you recommend as a safe place to start? I do not have access to a pool, and it is still too freaking cold/dark outside to walk. So, I'm thinking DVDs or we have a weight machine...just not sure what is best.
Thanks 
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Re: Exercise? XP
My doctor does not recommend drastically changing your work out routine mid pregnancy.
I would maybe do some walking but not too much more since it sounds like you haven't been doing strenuous exercise during your entire pregnancy.
This. I was on a good routine before pregnancy (weight, cardio and occasional yoga). But then I did NOTHING during my first trimester because I was so wiped out all the time. Since my energy has picked up in my 2nd trimester, I started doing yoga using DVDs (first it was a quick 15 mins, then I extended it to 30, then 45, and now I can do 75 mins on the weekends when I have more time).