Can I Still Work Out If I Am Pregnant?

I usually work out 4 times a week for a half hour to an hour doing a mix of cardio and strength training. I know I’ve read you don’t have to eat for two while you’re pregnant and that most women overeat a great deal when there is no need to while they are pregnant. But what about exercise?
I read an article in Italian Vogue that showed a woman who was 9 months pregnant running a marathon!

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6 Responses to “Can I Still Work Out If I Am Pregnant?”

  1. Mama2Fus on October 9th, 2009 at 5:48 pm

    The best thing you can do is talk to your Doctor about your excercise routine and see what they’re thoughts are.
    Honestly, it would be much worse to essentially be sedentary during pregnancy than to engage in excercise. The “old school” mentality was that a pregnant woman was so fragile, she ought not even WALK anymore than was totally necessary. Today, we know that regular excercise in a reasonable manner is terrific for a pregnant woman! Being in shape helps you have a better birth, and recover more quickly afterwards.
    While there is no need to overeat (eat anything and everything in sight) you DO actually need to increase your caloric intake during pregnancy in order to offer your baby the appropriate amount and quality of nutrition. Talk with your Doctor about his or her recommendations, but do plan on increasing your portion sizes and frequency of meals just a bit as you go along. More proteins and vegetables for sure!

  2. lousymom on October 9th, 2009 at 6:57 pm

    The rule of thumb is usually that if you exercised before you were pregnant, you are okay to keep at it. In the later part of your pregnancy, you may not be able to do as much, but if you listen to your body and don’t push too hard, you should be okay.
    You should always talk to your doctor about your exercise routines, however, because there may be concerns. Also, things like kickboxing are generally not recommended for fairly obvious reasons.

  3. stained glass window film on October 9th, 2009 at 10:02 pm

    you are totally right – no need to overeat (300 cals/day more MAXIMUM), and exercising is still a go if you are low-risk. Talk to your doc, but you should be fine! :) I still work out 5 days/week and i’m pregnant

  4. *Tina* on October 10th, 2009 at 3:19 am

    I am a dancer and when i was pregnant i was always dancing and working out. It actually made me feel better. I have a very healthy daughter. So i think it would be fine to still work out just take it easy sometimes.
    Good luck <3

  5. Sammi on October 10th, 2009 at 10:08 am

    You can, but I suggest you take it slow.
    They say you shouldn’t hard-core working out when your pregnant
    Ask ur doctor :P
    Good-luck.

  6. i love him on October 10th, 2009 at 11:37 am

    i heard of pregnant women doing yoga

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