This thread is for those who are trying to maintain physical activity throughout pregnancy. It can be walking around the block, hitting the gym, training for a marathon, and everything in between.
There is no physical activity too small during pregnancy.
^^^me, after the gym
How far along?
How did this week go for you?
How are you feeling about your exercise?
Gtky selfish question- What are you wearing to workout that actually covers your belly well???
Re: Physical health check-in 1/19
How far along?
22w5d
How did this week go for you?
Really well! Finallyalmost fully recovered from my cold so back to my 60 minute workouts. I wanted to do more last night, but DH had made dinner and they were waiting on me to eat.
How are you feeling about your exercise?
Great. The only bad part is it's the beginning of the year so my gym has new people. And their second location had a flooding issue a couple weeks ago so we are still getting extras from that location.
Last night was so packed that some of us had to double up on rounds, which isn't that easy in a small gym where you punch and kick. I had to double up for like 6 rounds and then they asked me to double up again my second go around and I refused. Sounds super rude, but there were 3 opens stations so why double up when I could just shift to an open station to continue? I kind of snapped on the other location trainer who worked last night when he asked me to double up again. He apologized after and said he wasn't thinking, but come on man. Like I am a super regular and have been for over a year. I'm not dumb and won't just agree to someone like 10 years younger than me when they're being dumb, haha.
Gtky selfish question- What are you wearing to workout that actually covers your belly well???
So I was wearing workout tanks prior to pregnancy and switched to my older workout shirts I got when I was bigger and first started out. Now those are having problems covering my belly when I need to do certain things. I do wear a belly band so it's not like my belly is truly out, but I don't like it.
I don't want to just wear t shirts so do I go buy cheap workout shirts in bigger sizes?
How far along?
23 + 6
How did this week go for you?
Actually really well. For the first time since I’ve been pregnant I did my HIIT class (60 Min) twice I had to do a lot of adjustments. No incline on treadmill due to sciatic pain, same with no rowing, and couldn’t do most of the ab stuff so I had to modify all that BUT I still burned 800-900 calories each time so I would say it was a success. I also went and just walked on the treadmill for 30 min before work on Wednesday. I think I’m going tonight as well if I get off work on time. I hope to keep it up next week!
How are you feeling about your exercise?
Pretty good. I hate using lower weights. Stuff that I used to pick up a 20-30 lb weight for is now an 8-12 lb instead. I could push myself and so the high weights but I’m a chicken and I don’t want to be sore because honestly my body hurts from just being pregnant and I don’t want to aggravate it. I would like to continue my HIIT class until at least 30-32 weeks. At that point I figure I will be too uncomfortable but the weather should be nice enough for long, slow, walks.
Gtky selfish question- What are you wearing to workout that actually covers your belly well???
Good freaking question. Hopefully someone has a tip. I can’t find any plus size maternity activewear that I don’t hate/isn’t a million dollars. Right now I’m depending on my clothing from before I lost 40-50 lbs (at least the tops) and a belly band but it’s not going to cut it for much longer.
Speaking of which, I'm glad we have the same goal of 32ish weeks!!! And give it a couple more sessions at your class before you get back up to higher weights. When I had to stop for 4 weeks at the beginning of pregnancy and start up again, I started with a little lower weights and worked back up to my normal weights.
And this is how I look at the gym....
@bjkay22 awesome job on the HIIT workouts. I haven't done any of those in months.
How far along? 24w5d
How did this week go for you? Good. This week: barre 5x, prenatal yoga 2x, aqua aerobics 1x, and ran 1-2 mi + squats 2x.
How are you feeling about your exercise? Good. My husband is probably going to kill me for spending so much money on fitness classes...I have a new member special for the prenatal yoga, but once that expires, he is probably going to lay down the law. (I'm saving so much money by not buying win though )
GTKY: What are you wearing to workout that actually covers your belly well? It is funny you brought this one up today bc I wore a too tight top today and was constantly tugging it down and felt stupid/trashy. Maternity workout clothes are so expensive. I've been getting by so far, but I really don't know what I am going to do as my belly get bigger. I guess suck it up and pay the ridiculous prices for workout maternity tops Maybe there will be spring sales??? I'll be on the lookout!
Married: 8/22/15
BFP #1: 8/22/17 | DS: 4/20/18
BFP #2: 7/14/19 | EDD: 3/18/20
How far along? 25+4
How did this week go for you? Great! I am closing all three of my rings on my Apple Watch (stand, exercise, and calories burned from moving). I've done it every day this month so far and I think my goal is going to go for a perfect month. Some of my exercise is logged when I walk to and from campuses.
How are you feeling about your exercise? So much better. I have worked out every day this week. Since last Friday, I have walked four times for at least 30 minutes and done Yoga four times for at least 15 minutes.
Gtky selfish question- What are you wearing to workout that actually covers your belly well??? I bought these shirts and jacket from Target and love them. https://www.target.com/p/maternity-tech-t-shirt---c9-champion®-dark-heather-gray-m/-/A-52236208 https://www.target.com/p/maternity-fit-&-flare-tank-top---c9-champion®-teal-m/-/A-52236583 https://www.target.com/p/maternity-run-1-4-zip-pullover---c9-champion®---military-gray-heather-m/-/A-51608596 PSA @suchaglencoco - They are 30% off right now
I bought these pants, but they get saggy in the crotch and aren't that great. https://www.target.com/p/maternity-over-the-belly-performance-capri-leggings---c9-champion®-black-m/-/A-50190070 I've been sticking with my regular Nike capris and just arranging them below my belly. I think I need new sports bras because my chest situation is getting a little out of control.
@suchaglencoco That's really annoying. I would either buy new workout shirts or steal your husband's if he has them. I've done a mixture, because I hate working out in cotton. I've become a workout gear snob.
@bjkay22 great job! Try not to get down about the weights. Remember that you are already using "more" weight just because you are carrying around the baby and all the extras that go with that.
@silverhope awesome job! I was thinking about looking into a yoga class, but I feel like I would have trouble getting out the door to go. I've been successful working out at home for the time being.
I just wear long tank tops with a crop top over them.
@bjkay22 lol at that gif... Awesome job with the HIIT workouts!
@silverhope You are kicking butt! I am jealous of your prenatal yoga classes. I have been meaning to do them this entire pregnancy but haven't made the jump yet...
@mileswithmyles Thanks for posting the target clothes! I am thinking about a purchase...
It sounds like everyone is doing awesome this week, great job ladies!!
How far along?
25+3
How did this week go for you?
Pretty good! In addition to getting my butt kicked at work Monday-Wednesday, today will make 5x at the gym. I am stilling running around 15-18 miles a week. I do about 20-30 minutes of strength training after my runs.
How are you feeling about your exercise?
Right now, pretty good! I am trying to be mindful of my body. I am gonna try to keep it up as long as I can.
Gtky selfish question- What are you wearing to workout that actually covers your belly well???
I only have 2 maternity workout shirts and they aren't cutting it, I have to bite the bullet and buy some more. For bottoms I've just been keeping them tucked under my bump like @mileswithmyles.
@rachelg777 I am envious of your running. I can't run on a treadmill and there is ice everywhere here in CT. My husband has forbade me to go running outside. I get it, but there is this long stretch of untraveled road that has no ice on it. He is being way overprotective since I slipped walking the dogs last week. 15-18 is very impressive!
mobile isn’t letting me cut and paste so I’ll try to cover it all...
i am 22 weeks tomorrow!
this week wasn’t as good, my DS was sick all weekend, so other than a few short walks and weights at home yesterday, my weekend was consumed with snot filled cuddles.
Im okay, last week was good, and this coming week I have some extra time off, so should be able to get things in. Taking DS to the zoo tomorrow which means lots of walking, Going on a big hike on Thursday, will be able to hit my favorite yoga class Friday.
I have a great pair of maternity leggings I got from stitch fix. I think RUE is the brand? I use those for just about every yoga class. For anything I’m not doing a ton of bending for, I wear my regular lululemon pants. I mostly wear regular stretchy shirts and tank tops. Target has cheap, stretchy tanks that work! I do have a few maternity work out shirts from last pregnancy but I haven’t needed them yet. I got them towards the end of the last pregnancy so they are pretty big... I think those were target as well.
My bday is coming up, so maybe I will not so subtly suggest one of these to DH ha
Married: 8/22/15
BFP #1: 8/22/17 | DS: 4/20/18
BFP #2: 7/14/19 | EDD: 3/18/20
I'm gonna do some more research on these watches--thanks!
Married: 8/22/15
BFP #1: 8/22/17 | DS: 4/20/18
BFP #2: 7/14/19 | EDD: 3/18/20
I am also on the Apple Watch train. I don't think it necessarily motivates me to do more (i.e. if I'm 30 calories short of my movement goal for the day but headed to bed, I could care less about walking around for a few more minutes to meet it) -but I love it in general!
You ladies are killing it!!!
How far along? 26 weeks
How did this week go for you? Good! I made it to the gym most days.
How are you feeling about your exercise? Ugh, the weight gain is killing me. I’m officially on my knees for all pushups.
Gtky selfish question- What are you wearing to workout that actually covers your belly well???
I still have a couple of maternity tops from the last times. I have had great luck finding slightly used maternity clothes and workout gear through mom groups. Most people just give it away! Otherwise, just hit up Walmart for some bigger tips.
I was able to up my weights during my power lifting class. It felt good but I am really sore today. I also think baby is going through a growth spurt because my stomach feels so tight and huge the past few days. I also only have one pair of gym pants that fit....weep womp.
@suchaglencoco I have an OB appt on Thurs and am going to ask them directly, but--for reference--what do you try to keep your heart rate under? I have to admit, I thought it was outdated info that we have to keep our heart rates down. But the nurse that teaches my aqua aerobics was lecturing me about what my heart rate gets to when running. She was saying to keep it under 120 (I'd read 140), but her being so adamant about it is now making me actually check with my OB. I don't really understand why high heart rate is such a big deal, but I don't want to inadvertently do something stupid...so definitely going to get a clear number from my OB on Thurs.
Married: 8/22/15
BFP #1: 8/22/17 | DS: 4/20/18
BFP #2: 7/14/19 | EDD: 3/18/20
My goal every workout is to stay in the yellow, which is normally me under 162. Yellow is the big fat burning zone and when it gets close to going into red, I slow down and take deep breaths until my heart rate goes down. I did that before getting pregnant as well because I didn't want to push myself and wanted to burn the most calories.
As you can see, my average heart rate is nowhere near 120. Which is actually why I asked my ob at one of my first appointments.
Eta- The only change I made other than altering parts of the workout is my rest time after. I used to quick get changed into my street shoes and run it the door. Now I sit and rest for a few minutes and take time taking off my gear.
My trainer last night had me do wall pushups instead.
I appreciate you sharing that with me. Hopefully my OB confirms what yours said and I don't need to worry any more.
Married: 8/22/15
BFP #1: 8/22/17 | DS: 4/20/18
BFP #2: 7/14/19 | EDD: 3/18/20
I feel like half the time I look up and think "how is it that high when I feel fine?" It gets frustrating, but an easy sacrifice.
Whenever the owner of my gym is there he asks for an update and wants to know if there are changes the ob has given me. He always specifically asks about hr because a member of his other gym had a hr restriction when she was pregnant so he wants to be supportive and not push me if I have a restriction. It's very sweet (and probably and little bit for legal reasons, ha) and I appreciate it, but he definitely doesn't argue with me about it.
I did a four mile walk instead of the gym. I overdid it at my weight lifting class and my stomach muscles are super sore. I did a ton of leg lifts. Hoping the soreness goes away soon. I know you aren't suppose to do any super core workouts but leg lifts were on the OK list.
I'm going to ask the OB when I see him. Although it sounds like my next appointment (in 4 wks) is also with the NP (this is the one part of my OB practice I really dislike: I never know who I am seeing).
I'd really like to keep up running, so for now, I don't think I'm going to change anything. I don't run for that long. But maybe I'll pay more attention to my HR monitor and see if I can keep my heart rate lower while running. Meh.
Married: 8/22/15
BFP #1: 8/22/17 | DS: 4/20/18
BFP #2: 7/14/19 | EDD: 3/18/20
Married: 8/22/15
BFP #1: 8/22/17 | DS: 4/20/18
BFP #2: 7/14/19 | EDD: 3/18/20