Fit mama weekly check in! Week 1

jerseybroadwaybaby · October 2015

Hello ladies!!!! Welcome to week one of our fit mama check in and challenge!!
This week we will be concentrating on switching over our workouts and diets to preggo friendly routines!
For those of us that are gym rats, or even those who are thinking of joining a gym, or starting at home workouts I have included a great artical at the bottom of this post. It has some guidelines that are reasonable and easy to follow! Take a peek it may be helpful!
Take this week to really sit down and decide how you are going to switch things over! What are you going to cut or add from your workout and/or diet? Write it down!!! Post it on the fridge or where you will see it to remind yourself! Look up some exercises and make yourself a list before the gym (if you go in blind you will forget! Believe me pregnancy brain will kick in sooner than you think!)

So here is your challenge this week!
Part of a healthy pregnancy is drinking like a fish!!! WATER that is! The recommended water intake for us mommies to be is 64oz a day! That's 8 8oz glasses!
Post a picture of your favorite water bottle!!! If you don't have one go get one! Your going to need it!!!
Also post 1 thing you are adding to your routine and 1 thing you are cutting! This could be exercise, food, or anything else!
Lastly just check in with how you are feeling!
Kick some butt ladies!!!! Let's do this!!!

https://www.momjunction.com/articles/tips-to-follow-at-gym-during-pregnancy_0081250/

matthewsdm · October 2015

Thanks for posting the article, great tips!

I've got about 5 different water bottles I use, hard to pick a favorite.

As for adding/cutting, trying to add in more vegetables and cut out pop! My exercise routine will likely stay the same, 20-30 minutes of low resistance cardio and then finish it off with some weights. Not so much on the ab training anymore though!

adiaz132003 · October 2015

I never really worked out much. I've always been small and never really thought about it until my back muscles started to get weak so I tried some at home workouts and even did a 5k but that was too intense.

I'm gonna work towards yoga but for now I'm adding long walks with the dog as often as I can. I'm cutting out junk food as much as possible but I never really ate much of it to begin with.

My water bottle I know holds 18oz so I'm drinking about 4 1/2 of these per day.

I'm feeling really tired lately but I really am gonna try and get out more. I hope the cold doesn't stop me.

kattyleigh · October 2015

I already drink like a fish for sure but I got a new water bottle so I'll show you. Hehe.(Pic as I am about to walk into work). Something I changed since my bfp is adding in more carbs. It's kind of the only thing I can stomach right now anyways, and I know my body needs it.

aloha5736 · October 2015

I tend to drink tons of water anyway, so I'll prob just make sure I step it up with my work outs. I plan to do spin this evening. I attempted running and ran 3 miles in 30 minutes Saturday, but I got cramps after! So will prob stick to the spinning. I used to do this class RIPPED which was really intense, but I'll cut that out. Spin and light weights. The last week I've noticed myself really sweaty! Also stepping up my calcium intake. I was cutting calories and carbs, but I'm going to make sure I'm eating whole grains as carbs. Add some more calories, I read the recommended is only about 300 calories. Stick to the high protein.

mkemommy · October 2015

I usually get at least 64 oz of water in so I'm good there. I'm cutting out caffeine (other than chocolate). I know its safe but I think I'll wait until the second trimester just in case. I've upped by protein and my calcium intake too. My workout plan this week is to work out 6 days a week and get back into spin. I haven't taken spin since I got my BFP but I have a heart rate monitor so I plan on trying it today again (I am a regular spinner before the BFP). Wish me luck!

PamHalpert45 · October 2015

I have a 20oz water bottle that is my favorite. It is more a plastic cup with a lid and straw. I like that better than the water bottles. I have been drinking about 3 of those a day, so I am pretty close to 64oz, but I need to work on getting better at drinking more water on the weekends. I drink way more water when sitting at work than at home.

I am also aiming for 4 30 minute walks a week. I didn't workout much before getting pregnant, so I am trying to get in a routine of taking easy walks for now.

NLewis1 · October 2015

I also have a big cup with a lid and straw that I live, and I'm right there with you @PamHalpert45 on doing better drinking water at work than at home!

I've cut out caffeine as well (just for 1st tri) and have added in more protein. I'm going to set back into yoga this week hopefully, and I usually walk 2 miles a day (we get 2 15 minute breaks and a gal and I walk a mile each break)

aloha5736 · October 2015

Does anyone notice they get really hot and sweaty quicker? Before I found out last week I thought my classes were so hot and I was pouring sweat haha.

I hurt my back at work and did the bike this AM for five minutes at PT. I felt like I did a half hour of spin LOL. I was just gradually pedaling.

jerseybroadwaybaby · October 2015

aloha5736 said:
Does anyone notice they get really hot and sweaty quicker? Before I found out last week I thought my classes were so hot and I was pouring sweat haha.

I hurt my back at work and did the bike this AM for five minutes at PT. I felt like I did a half hour of spin LOL. I was just gradually pedaling.

Yes!!! I definitely sweat more and get hot much quicker!!! I actually had to switch deodorants the past two pregnancies to a more advance protection too!!! My guess is I will have to do that again too!

Wyattnash00 · October 2015

After a lifetime of being a gym goer, I switched to working out at home after having DS. I love it as I don't have to go anywhere but I feel trapped sometimes. I do T25 most days (one of the girls does modified moves so I'm going to switch to her), along with an additional 20 or so minutes of weights/core. I just started googling videos of core options when pregnant, I'm def not giving that up...I know some say to give up abs/core, but there are definite modifications, I'll see what I can find if anyone else is interested. I'm awesome with water until the early afternoon then I'm just tired of peeing all the time so I stop drinking. High fives to you ladies who are cutting out caffeine, no one would ever come around me if I did that!

Wyattnash00 · October 2015

Oh quick question, I have a whey protein shake everyday (EAS brand whey) think that's ok, or switch to an organic based whey?

CocoaPuff818 · October 2015

I'm usually good with my water. I have a new 40oz bottle that I purchased a few weeks ago and I've been drinking two of those a day. I'm going to try and be more consistent with my workouts and try to walk more at work instead of sitting at my desk all day.

@aloha5736 and @jerseybroadwaybaby I agree with the getting hot quicker and sweating more. I noticed that last week at zumba.

Gwyneddlesliegrace · October 2015

My biggest struggle is that I need to go GF asap. My naturopath said it might prevent me from getting GD again. Meh.

jerseybroadwaybaby · October 2015

Wyattnash00 said:
After a lifetime of being a gym goer, I switched to working out at home after having DS. I love it as I don't have to go anywhere but I feel trapped sometimes. I do T25 most days (one of the girls does modified moves so I'm going to switch to her), along with an additional 20 or so minutes of weights/core. I just started googling videos of core options when pregnant, I'm def not giving that up...I know some say to give up abs/core, but there are definite modifications, I'll see what I can find if anyone else is interested. I'm awesome with water until the early afternoon then I'm just tired of peeing all the time so I stop drinking. High fives to you ladies who are cutting out caffeine, no one would ever come around me if I did that!

I would love core modification suggestions!!!

GinnyJ2012 · October 2015

I have a favorite water bottle, but it is currently in the dishwasher. I'm good about drinking water usually, but during pregnancy not as much because it makes me feel sick. I'm hoping I can do better this time around

I'm trying to cut out almost all fast food, thought I don't eat it often, I know it will give me terrible heart burn soon. I'm also cutting back on my coffee intake.

I'm increasing my fruit and veggie intake to help balance the water intake.

My exercise routine may change as I get further along, but right now I'm trying to keep it the same. Running, weights, strength training classes, and zumba. I'll probably drop the strength class soon, and I will add prenatal yoga classes.

jerseybroadwaybaby · October 2015

@Wyattnash00 I would say ask the doc! I personally go for any organic option when I have it! I know nothing about whey though

Wyattnash00 · October 2015

I found this website last week, going to give some a try today, obviously some are easier then others. Also gives a little blurb about why core exercise is important.

https://www.bengreenfieldfitness.com/2012/02/ab-exercises-for-pregancy/

aloha5736 · October 2015

@wyattnash00 I used to do protein shakes every AM Isopure all natural. I read something about the glutamine & Vitamin A in the amino acids in the whey shakes is not good. I looked and looked to try to avoid it and nothing I could find did it or if it was it was terrible. I stopped drinking them in June!

Last week I had to have the instructor open up the door and put the fan on, I was like profusely sweating! That is never me, I'm usually the last person to be hot.

Wyattnash00 · October 2015

Oh no @aloha5736, I heart my protein shakes:(

aloha5736 · October 2015

@Wyattnash00 I know me too. I had one every AM for two years and then in June I knew we were going to start trying. Even the Jay Robb's has it in it, really high amounts. It's the glutamine which is in the amino acid blend of almost every protein. Blue Bonnet was suppose to be better but the taste was awful! I know people who drink the shakeology, and do fine, but I'm into super clean eating anyway LOL.

I think the glutamine is bad for brain development. Didn't look much farther than that LOL.

Wyattnash00 · October 2015

No need to look father then 'not good for brain development,' @aloha5736 I guess I just had my last protein shake today.

aloha5736 · October 2015

Yea

that's how I felt too. If you can find something that works let me know! I love them haha.

NicknShan · October 2015

My favorite water bottle is at home :-( I need water now... speaking of....

I am not going to move the next few days. Guaranteed. I am sore from my 10 miler yesterday and the nausea hit hard.

rzbinden · October 2015

Thanks for posting this! This was perfect timing for me. I'm a coffee addict so I have recently switched over to half caf coffee and I have added one Kale smoothie to my diet every day. Something I'm having a hard time with is scaling my workouts. I crossfit and I love it! My coach told me tonight to work at 50% and I was pretty bummed about it. I feel like I'm almost doing nothing. I know I shouldn't push myself too hard but I still want a workout.

Wyattnash00 · October 2015

Wow @rzbinden, cut back to 50% this early? I didn't realize that needed to happen so soon, lighter weight too?

runnindownthedream · October 2015

Love this! I'm getting into my planned Barre3 routine. I love the online workouts because they give me modifications as well as specific prenatal routines. I've been great with water, so that's no concern. I'm going to add more leafy greens (I love the kale smoothie idea, and ate half a bag of Brussels sprouts tonight). I'm cutting out excuses. Corny? Yes. But right now they are my biggest vice.

amangels2 · October 2015

I have a 32 oz water bottle (the kind with a straw a lid) that I bring for the day and a smaller one I bring for lunch. I have been drinking them both and then refilling one of them when I get home and drinking some more. I find that I am incredibly thirsty all the time. I've been trying to add more fruits and veggies into my diet and I was doing really well with that until late last week. I can't seem to force myself to eat veggies. All that I seem to be able to get down is carbs, cheese and avocados. And that's only sometimes. With all the nausea my appetite is shot. As for exercise, I keep having the best intentions but by the time I get home I'm so tired that the idea of moving sounds absolute lay miserable. I am going to try though, on the days I don't tutor (Tuesday and Tuesday) and the weekend to go for a 20 minute walk. See how that goes. ETA I am really impressed with all of you that have the motivation and energy to work out after work.

kattyleigh · October 2015

Wyattnash00 said:
Wow @rzbinden, cut back to 50% this early? I didn't realize that needed to happen so soon, lighter weight too?

I think it's actually more important to cut back in the first tri right? I'm planning on picking it up a bit once second tri comes.

redheadbride15 · October 2015

Hi fit ladies!
I have tons of water bottles but my favorite is my 3L Osprey bladder (for hikes, backpacking, and long bike rides). I'm not the type to carry a bottle around with me... I have a mug at work I refill.

My workout plan is to continue my usual 3-4 mile run about 4 times per week. On weekends I usually hike 8-15 miles, lots of elevation gain. Not planning to change anything right now. This weekend I'm signed up for a race though. 4 miles. It's an Octoberfest run at a brewery though... so no post-race beer for me. Boo hoo! (I guess that's what I'm cutting)

jackieluvsdaniel · October 2015

I was not active at all during my last pregnancy and I truly think that's why my labor and delivery was so hard, and long. I have not been an active person my whole life and right before I got my bfp I started running. Because it isn't something I've been doing for a while before I got pregnant. Literally a week. I think I'm going to switch it out for walking, and continue with weights. I am also planning on adding more days to the week to workout instead of two or three days, I'm thinking four or five. I'm really bad about my water intake. And I've been mindful about drinking more water to get to the intake level suggested. I have really been trying to make better choices food wise. But I'm not going to lie, I've had some cravings I've fully indulged in. I always feel better after I workout.

jerseybroadwaybaby · October 2015

@jackieluvsdaniel indulging in cravings is totally ok!!! I have done it too and we ALL should! It's part of rewarding ourselves during pregnancy!! My DD was a surprise (on BC) and I was so exauseted with 6 month old when I got pregnant with her that I slacked totally on caring for myself. Although labor and delivery was only about 5 hours with her, I feel like it was harder on me. I want to be strong for labor again! Don't get me wrong my son was hard but I felt better, and I bounced back much faster!

R0824H · October 2015

I started running this year and completed 2 5Ks, I was very diligent with my gym routine until August. Went through some rough times and working out went on the back burner...I know I won't continue my running but I will definitely be walking and using light weights

alileecam · October 2015

My favorite water bottle is a S'well (seriously--it is awesome. I have bought them for at least 3 people I know).

I just found out today that I am pregnant, a few hours after my workout

I work out in a small class with a trainer--it's similar to Crossfit, but maybe not as focused on lifting. I plan on keeping on it as long as I can. I imagine that burpees become challenging for pregnant ladies at some point (or MORE challenging, lol).

mkemommy · October 2015

@ailieecam - I HATE burpees. Can you do mine for me?

LizM61409 · October 2015

I've been getting more into running over the past year or so, and had gotten up to 3 or even 3.5 miles at a time. Since getting KU I've gotten exhausted WAY earlier in the run and have been stopping at about 2 miles, even at a slower pace. I plan to keep doing what I can. I also plan on shopping for some pregnancy workout videos, but I'm a little superstitious and don't want to buy anything pregnancy-related until I have an ultrasound that shows everything's okay

jerseybroadwaybaby · October 2015

alileecam said:
My favorite water bottle is a S'well (seriously--it is awesome. I have bought them for at least 3 people I know).

I just found out today that I am pregnant, a few hours after my workout
I work out in a small class with a trainer--it's similar to Crossfit, but maybe not as focused on lifting. I plan on keeping on it as long as I can. I imagine that burpees become challenging for pregnant ladies at some point (or MORE challenging, lol).

I was like "I'm pregnant?! Oh DARN I guess I will cut burpees out" it's one of the first things I skipped in my class

jerseybroadwaybaby · October 2015

@LizM61409 do a search in Pinterest!!! Tons of great workouts there!!

RMR7779 · October 2015

My favorite water bottle is the contigo kind with the flip up straw, the kids version is my favorite for my toddler too. Last pregnancy I had high blood pressure and my doctor recommended 100 oz of water a day so I'm aiming for that now. I can't drink that much regular water, but I'm addicted to LaCroix sparkling water so I get a lot of ounces there

I had been eating paleo for a while and lost about 25 pounds, but grains and carbs have found their way back into my diet. I still avoid dairy, I should probably try to get more calcium from other foods. My goal is to workout 3-4 days a week (my usual), and I also teach dance 4 nights a week (gets tough near the end!!)

laurenc517 · October 2015

Has anyone had bleeding the day after the gym? I had spotting at 4 weeks-- red blood with little clots. I had my hormone levels tested and all was fine. The baby even had a heart beat already this week. I was fine for a week but started to bleed a little today. I went to the gym night. Could this be why??

Wyattnash00 · October 2015

Did you ask ur dr @laurenc517? I would definitely scale back and stick with low impact stuff for now, no jumping, bouncing, if you do stuff like that

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Crohn's Dx: August 2008

Endometriosis Dx: May 2010

Married: 05/19/2012

TTC #1: June 2013

BFP: December 2013

DS: Born 08/29/2014

TTC #2: July 2015

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