Workouts

EmilyD76 · May 2014

So, I've been in a Pilates class for over a year and love it. Tonight was brutal, though. I could hardly do the poses, except the push-ups, surprisingly. Any thoughts about continuing Pilates during pregnancy? I haven't been given any restrictions and one of the women in class is due in a month...she now modifies most of the moves. I know the instructor would help modify moves as I needed to. Just looking for others' advice and experience.

Stargirlb · May 2014

I've always continued my regular workout routines until the end-- and modified as physically necessary. For example, crunches become impossible at some point

Don't over exert yourself or do anything that makes you uncomfortable, but it's totally healthy to continue to build your strength and break a sweat! If a move is too difficult, ask the instructor for a modification.

YaMrWhite · May 2014

I run and lift and will continue to do so throughout the pregnancy with modifications as necessary. Listen to your body and adjust when needed. You will have good days and bad days just like before you were pregnant.

peggels24 · May 2014

YaMrWhite said:

I run and lift and will continue to do so throughout the pregnancy with modifications as necessary. Listen to your body and adjust when needed. You will have good days and bad days just like before you were pregnant.

This

joujouwish · May 2014

Yeah I was told to listen to my body. On a side note, if you're in the Boston area- you can search specifically for prenatal classes or specific instructors, personal trainers and coaches on my website, FitYap.com

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EmilyD76 · May 2014

Thanks for the insight! I know I will be better off staying active, just wasn't sure about core exercise and pregnancy.

MusicFanatic · May 2014

YaMrWhite said:

I run and lift and will continue to do so throughout the pregnancy with modifications as necessary. Listen to your body and adjust when needed. You will have good days and bad days just like before you were pregnant.

Yup this. I run and dance, and will continue both (I have to dance, it's my job). I have already needed to modify my dancing a bit, running has been the same (though my pace has dropped). Listen to what your body says and you should be fine!

TXUltraRunner · May 2014

I"m running and swimming through the pregnancy. Some days are just plain hard. Sometimes 5 miles feels like the last 5 miles of a marathon. I slow down and listen to my body. You can continue to do the things you were doing before, just accept that sometimes it's not going to be easy and you may have to modify or not be able to do as much as you planned.

misslizzy82 · May 2014

I hike and rock climb and plan on continuing until I physically can't anymore. I know I might get a lot of feedback for the rock climbing, but I've done a lot of research and know what I feel comfortable with. Listen to your body and experts.

Stargirlb · May 2014

misslizzy82 said:

I hike and rock climb and plan on continuing until I physically can't anymore. I know I might get a lot of feedback for the rock climbing, but I've done a lot of research and know what I feel comfortable with. Listen to your body and experts.

I think that's awesome that you are keeping up the rock climbing!! I was skiing until my 6th month of pregnancy (until my winter coat stopped fitting, lol) and people gave me shit for that. I followed my comfort level. I hate that some people vilify pregnant women for these choices, as though we are no longer full individuals able to make our own choices and risk assessments for our bodies.

mmooki · May 2014

I did Zumba last time up till 31 weeks. Moves were modified as I got further sling. And I didn't do certain songs if I felt off

BebeJill · May 2014

I Crossfit and my OB gave me the green light to continue. When we do timed workouts I am slower now because I need to stop when I get short of breath. I don't how you ladies that run manage to do it. The only thing the OB advised was to be careful with sit ups. I just sub in planks. Working out is helping me feel fat

mpiemont · May 2014

Agree with what the other girls had to say- You can continue working out just modify as needed. Don't push yourself too hard. But being active during pregnancy is much better for you than not exercising at all

byrne15 · May 2014

I'm currently still working out exactly the same as before. I've had 3 races so far and have a few more coming up (including a 12 miler).

I say do what you have been doing and listen to you body. My mile pace time has slowed down by about a minute but I'm ok with that.

pwf · June 2014

I do Pure Barre 4-6 times a week and plan continue

TiffanyJill · June 2014

6 weeks and feeling pretty good with workouts! "Once I convince myself to do it!" Competing in two triathlons one on father's day and the other on July 13! My swim and bike I anticipate to be around normal, my running has seems to slow down a little though. Excited to compete with my little partner

I lift weights regularly as well and plan to do so as long as my body agrees with it. Fit momma

letsgox · June 2014

As others have said, listen to your body. One day you may feel miserable and the next it may be like pre-pregnancy. I'm still running and lifting. My pace is about 30 sec/mile slower than before, but I feel good during and even better after I run. I'd say keep doing exercises that are enjoyable for you!

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