35 Weeks!
I was feeling good for a while, and then the Braxton Hicks contractions started setting in at about 23 weeks or so. This made running interesting, and was something that I had never experienced before. I was also super tired during this time because the only time that I could go to the gym was at 5:30 am. I did my best, but I still only went about 3 or 4 days a week. I did this up until about 31 weeks when the end of the semester came. I was busy with final tests and assignments, but more than anything else I was LAZY! Sleeping in felt good, and my body was tired haha. Then Christmas Break came and the junk food eating and laziness continued for two more weeks :)
I FINALLY got back to working out when we got back to Provo and it felt so GOOD!!!!! I could tell that my body really needed it, and I made sure that I modified my exercises so that I felt comfortable while doing them (that is another thing that I had to learn about being pregnant… There are just some exercises that I can't do safely). My pace for running is super slow, but that's okay! I also have to lift lighter weights, but guess what?! That's okay too! I have felt more like myself again since being back at the gym, and I am more positive and happy. That may sound silly, but it is so true for me. My goal is to keep working out for as long as I can during this pregnancy, even if that just means walking! I know that something is better than nothing, and for me working out during pregnancy has helped me to feel good and stay positive!
I also have big fitness goals for myself after I have my sweet baby girl, and I am already looking forward to those! Can you believe I am due in less than 5 weeks?! I sure can't!!!
*Disclaimer*
These are just my opinions and this has been my personal experience. I am not an expert and I know that every pregnancy is different :)
What kind of fitness goals did you/do you have during pregnancy?
Any advice for me during these last 5 weeks of pregnancy?
What are your current fitness goals?
I have had similar experiences throughout my pregnancy. Morning/all day sickness & the holidays definitely put a damper on my health routine, and I know I could have been better throughout my entire pregnancy. Now that I'm 33 weeks, my exercise motivation is just making sure that I'm fit enough for labor!
ReplyDeleteI used to run, row & practice yoga before pregnancy, and had to switch over to doing only prenatal yoga once I really started to get a belly (around 25 weeks). I've loved it! I'd like to do more walking in addition to yoga, but its so cold outside (excuses, excuses!). But I agree - you really do feel so much better when you move!
I'm so glad you found my blog and we can connect on the things! Congratulations again on your baby girl! :)
xo kristen genevieve
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Yay! I am so excited that you are getting so close! Working out during my pregnancy saved me and kept me sane for sure! I also feel like it really helped when it came to my labor and delivery. It sounds like you are doing awesome though!
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