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mooncusp22mooncusp22 member
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Any other runners out there? I was actually about 1 month into training for my 2nd marathon when I found out I was BFP. I was planning on running a full marathon Nov 16th. I didn't sign up yet, so obviously I will not be running it.

However, I am already signed up for two half marathon's coming up, both Disney races. One is Nov 9th and the other end of Feb. Right now my focus is just on the Nov one. I am in great shape, run often and within the past year have run 1 Full, 4 Halfs and other smaller races. Is it safe for me to continue training for the Nov race? Planning on taking my runs now to more jogs/walks, and I have a heart rate monitor so I can keep tabs. My 1st Doctors appt isn't until Sept 3rd so I can't ask until then. 5 weeks today and feel pretty good (bloating/light cramping symptoms only).

Also, for Yoga. I enjoy taking Yoga.... can I can continue a regular class until I get a bump then switch to pre-natal? Or should I begin pre-natal now?
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  • Avion22Avion22 member
    There are a lot of threads about this, so I'm sure you will get a lot of advice if you search for "running."

    Generally speaking, you are fine to continue your current level of fitness, but should get a doctor's advice before going above and beyond what you have been doing up to this point. If you have been running 10-12 miles habitually for the last few months, then you should be fine to do a half marathon.  If your longest over the last six months or so has only been like 4-5 miles, then I would definitely recommend you talk to your doctor before running anything further than that (which you will need to do to train).    Personally, I will not be running further than about 4-5 because even though I've done halfs and a full marathon in the past few years, I haven't run further than 4-5 in the last few months.

    Also?  I am way to effing tired to run more than a few miles at time.   I would be LUCKY to even drag my butt out of bed to do more than 4-5 miles right now. 

    Even if you don't have an appointment, you can call your OB and ask a nurse, or leave a message to have the doctor call you for a phone consult.  
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  • mooncusp22mooncusp22 member
    Thank you!! I don't even mind if I want the entire half in Nov... it's a Disney race and not competitive but fun and I my mom and I do them together all the time. Just went for a 3mile walk/jog and feel great. The fatigue and MC has not hit me at all.... but if it does I may be singing a different tune!
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  • MrsbindurhamMrsbindurham member
    I'm only 4 weeks gone, and have a half marathon in 5 weeks time. I still plan to run it, but just taking each run as they come. I ran 8 miles yesterday, although slightly slower, I felt really comfortable. Just listen to your body, you know it better than anybody. The doctor said I'll be fine to run, just as long as I don't have any spotting or cramps in the days leading up to the run, by then ill be nearly 9 weeks and morning sickness may of well and truly kicked in.
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    Mrsbindurham said:
    I'm only 4 weeks gone, and have a half marathon in 5 weeks time. I still plan to run it, but just taking each run as they come. I ran 8 miles yesterday, although slightly slower, I felt really comfortable. Just listen to your body, you know it better than anybody. The doctor said I'll be fine to run, just as long as I don't have any spotting or cramps in the days leading up to the run, by then ill be nearly 9 weeks and morning sickness may of well and truly kicked in.
    Are you wearing a HR monitor? I did this morning and tried to keep tabs on it. I googled some info before I left for my run and read that if you have been running to keep your HR no higher then 160. I did a power walk/jog, but within a few minutes of a very light jog my HR pushed past 160. I walked to bring it back down to 140's then I would pick up for a jog again. I just did not feel like I was pushing myself at all. Typically on a run at a nice pace for myself I am at 170-180. 
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  • DTNZ4EverDTNZ4Ever member
    I continued with my regular yoga class with DS. I just let my instructor know I was pregnant and she would give me modified moves when she instructed. Early on just be cautious of deep twists. I just came back from yoga class it was great.
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  • DEL14DEL14 member
    You can keep running as long as you feel good doing it. I use the talk test to make sure I'm not overdoing it. If you can still talk in sentences, you are good. :) You will probably notice over the next few weeks that you are running slower than your usual pace but with the same amount of effort. I know that happened to me and I've heard lots of other people mention the same thing. 

    As for yoga, you can keep doing your regular yoga class for as long as that feels good (and modify poses that don't). The one caveat is if you do hot yoga, working out in extreme heat is not recommended. Let your yoga teacher know how far along you are and they will recommend modifications for you. I teach vinyasa yoga and the only modifications I've made for 1st trimester is I don't go deep into my twists and I sometimes avoid standing up from standing forward fold because I get dizzy. I just go half way up and hang out until we go back down. 2nd trimester you don't want to do bow and locus where all your weight is on your belly. As the bump gets bigger you will find more modifications are needed because of your size and also laying on your back for long periods of time is not recommended. I have my preggo ladies prop themselves up on blankets for some floor work or do their floor work seated instead of laying down. :)
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  • MrsbindurhamMrsbindurham member
    Not not wearing a monitor, if its too much I'll stop and walk a few paces until I feel better. Should I be wearing one whilst running?
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  • luckyfrggluckyfrgg member
    I ran throughout both of my previous pregnancies - 4 or so miles a couple times a week up to the day I went into labor, with yoga and swimming on the other days.  Just take it easy and listen to your body.  Ditto pp on sticking with what you've been doing and not significantly increasing mileage.  Plus, honestly, first trimester has always been the hardest time for me to run, just because of the fatigue and the increased heart rate.  You're still pretty early - I'd play it by ear when it comes to how far you run, since you may find yourself completely smacked down with fatigue and want to stick to 5Ks until you get further along.  People laughed at me when I said it, but seriously - running at 38 weeks was easier than running at 10!

    As for yoga, yep - do what's comfortable for now, but let your yoga instructor know you're pregnant.  As you get further along there are poses you should watch out for, like no inversions and some of the twisting poses.  
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  • jasrun80jasrun80 member
    Keep it up IMO! I did a lot of yoga throughout my first pregnancy, ran as well as swam & even though I didn't think I was in the "best" shape, I was! My labor rocked & I pushed him out with all my might in ten minutes! My biceps were a little sore & that was IT! I decided to really maintain my running much more with my second but only ran up to 7-8 miles until it hurts my stretching stomach muscles too much. Then once I was good & big, I brought 3-4 miles back in and it felt great! Another great labor but I swear, the yoga was so much better conditioning than running was! I would keep it up just as you are, slow down based on feeling & watch your heart rate. I believe they say to keep it in the 130s or under, so I would only slowdown based on how I feel., once you get bigger,,,, your heart rate will probably be 130 at a 11 minute mile. It's wild ! I also just did regular yoga & modified. It was way better than prenatal & I found a class instructor who'd call out pregnant lady options. Go girl!
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  • radiohd18radiohd18 member

    I normally run 3-4 times a week for about 3-6 miles. Lately it's been a struggle to even get out there, especially with cramping.

    Yesterday I forced myself out there, walked to warm up for 5 minutes and then ran 3 miles at what I thought was an easy pace. I figure, as long as it feels good, I'll keep at it. :)

    I also want to keep up with my strength training and glute work. I can already feel my ass growing.

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  • clo1982clo1982 member

    Regarding running: It is fine to continue your current fitness routine..just pay attention to your body. If you are used to working out, you will most likely be able to tell when it's time to slow it down or take a day off.

     

     I also did hot yoga prior to my pregnancy. My doctor did say that has to stop and switch to prenatal. He said there is too much abdominal work in regular yoga, and the heat is just not a good idea. I was disappointed as the prenatal yoga has been much more 'restorative' than 'power' yoga and I'm not terribly into light stretching and seated meditation! But, what can ya do!

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