It has been three months since I have last hit the gym. I am finally feeling up to exercising or so I think I am. I know how important exercise is during pregnancy but I found it impossible up until now. I could barely keep a cracker down much less drop a squat. Now that I am starting to feel pretty good during the evenings (mornings and early afternoons are still dealt with battling morning sickness) I decided that I would use this time to exercise. There are loads of benefits to staying active such as a faster and easier delivery (no guarantees, though), healthier baby, more energy, and your body will bounce back faster after childbirth. I don't know about you, but I am pretty fond of my pre-pregnancy pants. Plus, it keeps the weight gain to a minimum so you feel less like a beached whale. I plan on working out daily (although that might be an aggressive statement right now) and will post my routines.
I wanted to ease into it last night since it has been a while so it's a pretty simple workout mostly focused on cardio.
Always consult with your doc before starting any exercise program. You never want to put you or the babe at risk.
Workout Routine:
I wanted to ease into it last night since it has been a while so it's a pretty simple workout mostly focused on cardio.
Always consult with your doc before starting any exercise program. You never want to put you or the babe at risk.
Workout Routine:
- 45 min Brisk Treadmill Walk
- 50 Squats: Hold a weighted disc or ball in front of your chest with both hands, arms completely straight. Lower body as low as you can by pushing hips back and bending your knees. Pause, and slowly push back up and repeat.
- Lots of stretching! It's especially important to have a limber body to prepare you for labor.
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