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by Kelly

Exercise Modifications During Pregnancy

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I’m nearing the end of my 2nd trimester and I’ve been getting TONS of questions about my exercise lately.

I’m receiving questions daily about my workouts and how long I will continue to workout while I’m pregnant. The truth is I don’t really have an answer. My goal is to continue up until the end (like I did with Ava) but that will depend on how I feel and if my doctor approves.

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I have found exercise to be not only a great energy booster, but it helps my mood, it helped with my nausea in the first trimester, and I just feel better when I’m active!

There were things that I did avoid or adjust to accommodate my changing body and also to keep the baby as safe as possible.

Things I avoided during pregnancy:

  • After the first trimester I avoided lying flat on your back.It effects blood flow to and from the heart.
  • I avoided exercising in rooms that had higher temperatures or if I was training outdoors I was conscious of the temperatures or heat index. I always wear comfortable clothing and not anything too tight.

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Things I adjusted while exercising during pregnancy

  • Keep a water bottle around at all times.
  • adjust core training by doing ab exercises on an incline bench.
  • Reduce intensity. Instead of going 110%, I scaled back so that I could still sweat but not become exhausted.
  • At each appointment I discussed exercise with my doctor.
  • In my case I am the instructor but if I took a class I would definitely listen to any advice or suggestions my instructor had.
  • Adjust range of motion and remember your flexibility and ligaments are looser during pregnancy don’t over stretch.
  • Adjust jumping and twisting exercises. Instead of Jumping Jacks I will do single leg step outs and still use my arms.

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My list is constantly changing and there are definitely things that feel comfortable one day and not the next so most importantly I’m listening to my body and doing what I feel is best!

Did you exercise when you were pregnant?

What exercises did you avoid? 

 

**Always consult your doctor or physician before beginning a new workout program**

Author: Kelly @ The Fit Skool

I’m Kelly, a NASM personal trainer and group instructor, a former athlete, a wife and soon to be mommy. Health and Fitness is my passion and I am excited to share this journey with you!

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