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March 2017 Moms
kjd291
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Fit Mama Check-In : 8/29
kjd291
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Morning Ladies!!
Can you believe this week brings on September!? Another month closer to March!!!
1: How was your past week!?
2: What are your goals for this week?
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy?
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do?
Can you believe this week brings on September!? Another month closer to March!!!
1: How was your past week!?
2: What are your goals for this week?
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy?
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do?
Re: Fit Mama Check-In : 8/29
Last week was rough, both with birthday treats hanging around and a few post workout contractions made me slow down. But I still did 5 workouts like I wanted!
2: What are your goals for this week? Running x3, strength training x2
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy? I'm running a full minute mile slower. And taking more breaks than I would ever allow myself.
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random :: I'm most excited about anatomy scan time getting here!! Do any of you have yours scheduled? STMs: when did you have yours last time? I'm hoping ((just because I'm impatient)) we can have it closer to 18weeks instead of the 22week end of the spectrum.
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do? Anything that would allow me to travel and explore the world!! Travel journalist!? Something along those lines.
2. SS x 3, extra gym workout x 1, 2 walks minimum
3. Running hurts my boobs so I have been walking instead of running most of the time. I'll still do sprints in class.
3. I said this is monday bitchfest, but I am so sick of heat and it is not helping me be motivated to workout. 8 am and it's already in the 90's... it sucks.
3. I would have always liked to be a genetic counselor, but there are only select programs in the country that have accreditation for this degree and I moved with my husband's job to an area that does not have it. Still went to grad school, but for cell biology instead.
2: What are your goals for this week? 5 workouts (already got my first one in this morning, yay!) and eating better. This week was better than the one prior with food choices although I've been eating a lot of salt water taffy which I'm sure isn't good for me or the baby, but I'll be finished the box after my last 3 pieces and then I'm hoping to avoid candy till Halloween haha
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy? Running slower...usually I run about a 9 min mile (slower than I'd like to be but I'm still ok with it), now I'm lucky if I'm under 11 min/mile. althoughhhhh I usually don't run in this heat/humidity, so maybe my last few slower runs had more to do with that?
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random - My new semester starts today so depending on how much work I have for my classes I might have to prioritize things differently, but am hoping I can maintain 4/5 workouts/week throughout it!
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do? Working for a non profit that I feel passionate about...probably with animals at a shelter or rescue organization. Ultimately that's what I'd like to do after I finish up grad school.
I've been blaming my pace on the heat and humidity too. Haha. Even if it's not the reason... Still feels nice to blame it on something like that
2: What are your goals for this week? I am going to get to the gym at least 3 times this week and (weather permitting) I'd like to start talking walks with my husband after dinner
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy? I am definitely a little slower and my weights have been feeling heavier, but other than that I haven't really modified yet.
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random - These past few days I have really felt like a new person! Don't get me wrong, I'm still pretty tired and I went to bed at 9:30 last night, but my queasiness is pretty much gone! I even brought a piece of fruit to work today to eat with my lunch (the thought of fruit has turned my stomach these past few weeks). I'm hoping the worst of MS is gone for good and I'm really excited for this week to get back into a steady workout routine and to stop eating so many carbs!
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do? I'd love to be a party planner!
Finally had a really good week. I think I mentioned it last week but taking the Diclegis changed everything. Not being so sick has finally allowed me to rejoin the living and come out of the pukey zombie cave I was living in! I got in 3 solid crossfit workouts, some long walks and some strength in between.
2: What are your goals for this week?
Crossfit 3x and a really slow run to try it out.
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy?
Definitely have to slow it down at Crossfit and I've backed off most of my typical lifts. I don't ever do "max" lifts when they are called for, instead I do sets of 3 or 5. I'm trying to focus on my form instead of the load, and during class I just have to go at a more moderate pace so I don't overheat.
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random
I'm trying to figure out how sweaty is "too sweaty". It's hot out still and I work out at a "conversational level" but I sweat like crazy! If I'm not feeling like I'm over-doing it, do you think its dangerous to get super sweaty? I'm not sure where the line of "overheating" is.
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do?
I don't love the work that I do (I'm a footwear designer) but I love that I get to travel. I'm in the same camp with you @kjd291 I'd love to travel more for a living as a travel writer or something like that!!
1: How was your past week!? Well see above... Honestly I haven't been going hog wild but I definitely did not work out last week. Work was completely insane and every day I was so drained physically and emotionally that I just had no energy for anything but sleep. Also it was probably one of the worst weeks symptom wise that I've had so far.
2: What are your goals for this week? Get out and walk every morning with MH and the dogs. Do some strength training. I haven't run since the start of this pregnancy, I think it just freaks me out too much and I'm just going to stick to walking. Plus I get out of breath really easily which is super strange!
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy? Definitely not as full force as I used to be.. I used to do HIIT as well as longer runs each week with a lot more strength training. I've just been trying to not over exert myself but still get a workout in.
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random: Feeling like I've gained some weight over the past two weeks since I stopped weighing myself, which I know is inevitable. I guess I'll find out at my appointment on Wednesday! I just don't want to let it get out of control.
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do? Definitely either a makeup artist or working for a make up brand. I have a terrible addiction and it would just be the dream for me to work with makeup every day! I've done my friends makeup for weddings and events for years, I love it
1: How was your past week!? I had a solid week! Worked out 5x, as I had planned. I made some adjustments to my original day-by-day, though. Only got in 1 day of CrossFit instead of 3 (didn't want to get up at 430am the two days I missed), on those days I did Treadmill 5k's. But I did get in all 5 days of my Jamie Eason LiveFit Trainer plan! I also watched what I ate all week, packing my lunch bags most days. We did go out to eat Friday night and I ordered an amazing burger with fries at this placed called "The Meat Cellar" and Saturday we spent the day in Laguna Beach so we had breakfast and lunch there, but I kept my meals healthy. I weighed in on Sunday and have lost 2lbs in the last week. I'm 12.5 weeks pregnant, not sure if that should be concerning? I've got my next Dr's appointment on Thursday, so I'm hoping for all good news!
2: What are your goals for this week? Pretty similar to last week's....
MONDAY: CrossFit + LiveFit Trainer Back/Biceps (DONE!)
TUESDAY: Cardio + LiveFit Trainer Legs
WEDNESDAY: CrossFit + LiveFit Trainer Chest/Triceps
THURSDAY: Cardio + LiveFit Trainer Legs
FRIDAY: CrossFit + LiveFit Trainer Delts/Abs
SATURDAY: OFF
SUNDAY: OFF
Also want to keep my eating clean again this week. I did some meal prepping last night to help with that. Cooked Spaghetti Squash, an Eggplant & Artichoke Turkey Meat sauce, and made a Cranberry & Chicken Salad to help me through lunches this week. Also baked a dozen Spinach & Egg Muffins for quick breakfasts / pre-workout snacks this week.
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy? My running has also slowed waaaaaaay down, as I'm taking regular walk breaks throughout. I now do 1min or .25mi high intensity intervals at a fast pace, followed by 1min walk break, which results in an overall slow mile. I also take more breaks during CrossFit and have lowered my weights on all my strengh training. Although today we did a Cardio / Body Weight chipper and I finished 2nd in a class of 12
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random: It's been tough for me to get involved in other threads in this group.... This is my first pregnancy (where I've made it past 8 weeks; I've actually been pregnant 3 other times) and I'm 40yo, so I'm having a hard time "connecting" with others. I think that's why I love this group so much. Thanks for being here!
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do? I would definitely have my own Health & Wellness facility that offers both physical & spiritual training. I'm trying to get my sh*t together to go back to school for a dual masters in Counseling Psychology / MFT and Counseling Ministry, but I'm missing a couple of pre-requisites from my undergrad that I'm finding impossible to just commit and get done..... hopefully soon!
All of the food sounds delish!! Making me want some cranberry chicken salad!! I'm glad you enjoy this thread
anatomy scan was my FAVORITE part of my last pregnancy. Not only can you learn the gender (If you so choose) but it's a good 45min of sitting and watching your baby! It's not like the first scan you get when baby is such a teeny little blob, everything LOOKS like a baby. You see so much detail as the tech checks each little finger and toe, all the chambers of the heart, the sections of the brain.... You see baby breathing in amniotic fluid to exercise their lungs, see every little kick and squirm, and hiccup. So amazing what we can see through science and reminder of the true miracle of birth!! it makes everything seem more real and comforting to know baby is perfect! So yes!! Can't wait
also:: LOVE the physical health and spiritual training combo concept. I always say that there is no point in being physically fit if you're not spiritually fit. Hope one day you can pursue those last credits and make it a reality! I'd totally attend your facility!
WOW! The anatomy scan sounds AMAZING!! How incredible! Can't wait to see all that detail about out little nugget!!!
i just noticed you're a footwear designer! I used to work for PUMA for 12 years.... Sales and then Apparel Merchandise Management. Worked a bunch with the footwear team to coordinate product lines. It was fun for a while.
AND cheers to 40 - I agree CF and all kinds of fitness keep you young. And being pregnant definitely makes me feel less my age. Now just want to get to the "glowing" part!!
I did pretty well last week. I worked out 4x's at the gym averaging between 20-30 mins of cardio and 30-40 mins of strength training. I did some wake surfing on Saturday but took it easy. I stopped when I started to feel too tired. My core and glutes were on fire Sunday so I took a rest day.
2: What are your goals for this week? Hit the gym 4x's again this week and attend at least two spin classes.
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy? I'm running a little slower on the treadmill and I am doing shorter intervals. I back off when I feel like I can't carry on a conversation. Overall I feel ok.
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random :
*Rant*about everything giving me indigestion and heartburn lately.
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do now?
Secret shopper or food and wine critic.
ETA: because autocorrect sucks on my phone
I just stepped on the scale this morning to find I've gained 5lbs! (Hadnt weighed myself in two weeks) Right on track for where I should be as I've entered the second tri.
also @triwellnessgirl cannot get over this coincidence! we were likely at some of the same line reviews in herzo or the design center! SMALL world!!!
If you maintain your activity over the next 6 months, even as you loose some strength and stamina, you will be starting off so ahead of the game once post partum hits compared to the average mom who tries to loose the "baby weight" but didn't maintain any kind of baseline fitness while pregnant. Most of the weight you gain WILL just be baby, and all your body does to gain fo baby-and you'll loose that fast!
All in all, I'd say, you get what you put into it! Sounds like you'll be just fine if you're chomping at the bit post partum and enjoy being active!
With my second, I gained the exact amount of weight, but it took longer to come off, maybe 6 months. But I wasn't watching my intake after she was born. I was eating like a pig! LOL
I gained 65 lbs my last pregnancy. I didn't work out pretty much the entire time and it showed. I didn't realize how much weight I gained because I didn't weigh myself and turned my back to the scale at every doctor's appointment because I used to have an unhealthy relationship with the scale. I used to obsess about my weight and thought that if I didn't weigh myself than I would gain the weight necessary to have a healthy pregnancy. I was wrong. I was on the border of gestational diabetes and had to take the awful glucose test twice. This time around I am working out throughout my entire pregnancy, I am not indulging in unhealthy cravings and I am weighing myself weekly and holding myself accountable. So far I have gained 4 lbs and just reaching the end of my first trimester and I already feel so much better than I did last pregnancy around this time. Last pregnancy it took me around 6 months to lose 55lbs and I didn't lose the last 10 lbs until DD turned 1.
This is time my goal is to not exceed a 30 lb weight gain. This group really helps keeping myself motivated and accountable. I have a feeling that I will bounce back sooner this time.
Happy Hump Day!! remember, we're pregnant, not powerless!
Hi Ladies! I hope it's okay if I join you. I'm 11 weeks today and finally feel like I have a bit of a routine going after being exhausted the past few weeks. I see some fellow CrossFitters which makes me excited too!
1: How was your past week!? 2 CF workouts and 1 walk
2: What are your goals for this week? 3 CF workouts and 2 walks
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy? I've modified almost everything. I gave up running. After having nagging hip from a half marathon in May it just seemed like a good time to take a break. All my lifts are super light in CF now and absolutely no max lifts! I also try to keep everything at a conversational pace instead of really pushing myself.
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random: It has been so stinking hot in my CrossFit gym! Yesterday it was 83 inside the gym and that felt like a 'cool' day in there. I can't wait till this heat is gone!
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do? I'd be living on an island in the Caribbean writing novels!
Me: 33 Hubs: 34
TTC since 5/2014
BFP: 7/27/14 MC: 9/20/14
BFP: 6/29/15 MC: 7/6/15
BFP: 7/17/16 EDD: 3/22/17
2: What are your goals for this week? 4 intense workouts! This board is motivating me this week!
3: How are you finding you have to modify things lately with your pregnancy? No more ab work, sadly. And if my heart starts racing I slow down until it's under control. But for the most part I'm still using heavy weights.
4: Rants/Raves/Questions/Random - QUESTION - are you ladies finding cardio WAY harder to keep up with than your anaerobic/weight training?! I have trouble walking up a flight of stairs! But I can still lift heavy. Is this true for everyone?
5: GTKY: If you weren't working in the job you have now, what would you do? I think I would have gone into Food Science. But as an undergrad chemistry major I didn't know Food Science grad school existed - so I went for Analytical chemistry instead. OR, I would have gone into Financial Math and become an investment banker. But at some point I'd probably get sick of thinking about money all the time.
ETA: Question.
MON: CrossFit + LiveFit Back/Biceps
TUES: Cardio + LiveFit Legs
WED: CrossFit + LiveFit Chest/Triceps (had to leave out a few exercises because I goofed and had to rush home between CrossFit & Lifting to grab the change of clothes I had put out the night & forgot to grab as I left the house at 5am...I've never done that before!)
I had planned to do Cardio + LiveFit Trainer Legs tomorrow but when I planned that I forgot I had an eyelash appointment today (I get extensions done every other week) and I can't get them wet for 24 hours... So no gym for me! I'll try to make it up over the weekend!
Some good news.... Received my non-invasive genetic screening results today... NORMAL!!! WooHoo!!
Tomorrow I have 2 pre-natal appointments.... Can't wait to see Baby!!!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️
@sarahbobby welcome!! so happy you're here!!
@Cbeanz yes, cardio seems harder for me! by the time I get home from work I feel some days I can barely make it up stairs too lol - doesn't bode well for the next 6+ months but hopefully it's just 1st trimester tiredness...
you ladies all sound like you're doing awesome so far this week!
I'm about to get my 3rd workout in for the week now & tomorrow morning I'll go running...hoping to fit a 5th workout in on Sunday before work.
Keep up the great work everyone!
But.. there have been days that I'll go down to our cafeteria for a seltzer water and end up getting a huge slice of pizza while my healthy lunch sits lonely in the fridge.
also @triwellnessgirl congrats on your screening! yay!