My Pregnancy Training

You know those times when you think you know what you're getting yourself into?.... Welcome to my pregnancy. I thought that since I was fit and healthy going into it, that I would have an easy and active 9 months. Fast forward through three months of extreme morning sickness, resulting weight loss, and FEW and far between workouts. Not only could I not keep anything down, I was extremely fatigued when I began any kind of exercise, and when I finally began to feel better I was scared to start back exercising in case it made me feel worse again. 

So here we are at 5 months along. Feeling MUCH better, and exercising regularly again. I have had to modify my workouts to fit my current needs and abilities. It has been a humbling experience to go from hour long high intensity workouts and heavy lifting to workouts more suited to my current needs, but I am just happy to be moving again. Here's a peek at what I'm doing these days. 

15 mins brisk walk

20 squats

20 modified push-ups

20 birddog reach on hands and knees

20 curls with LIGHT weights. We're talking 5 lbs here. 

20 overhead press

Then repeat entire series another time. 

I do this 3-5 times a week, switching up the body weight exercises whenever I want something new. 

This is also a great workout for anyone who has taken some time off for any reason and wants to start back up. 

I hope this helps some of my pregnant friends out there. Can anyone relate to the sudden and serious changes pregnancy can bring to your fitness??