how does a lazy girl stay fit?!?

Question

Help! Prior to pregnancy I wasn't fit by any means but not terrible, 5'5" and 148lbs. I am 13 weeks and haven't gained anything, which I am not worried about. What I am worried about is how I can attempt to be fit (ish) and healthy throughout my pregnancy. Prior to pregnancy I barely worked out and my nutrition was pretty bad; I like salty food and lots of it.  I know I need to be better but don't know where to start.  I openly admit that I am lazy and unorganized, being pregnant hasn't helped! I have a somewhat active job (autism behavior therapist) which can be draining at times, once I'm home I usually crash on the couch. Can anyone help me with a very simple plan for healthy eating on the go and simple workout suggestions. I'm worried I will look like a cow come 9 months, yikes!!!

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I would not suggest you start anything drastic right now. Prenatal yoga is very gentle, combine that with walks, set certain mileage, time for your walks if that helps you stay motivated. I'd say 3/45 min walks a week and a yoga class to begin with if you weren't doing anything before pregnancy.

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While you're at home just grab something heavy and lift it around. While you're watching TV do some ab workouts  (those will help for when you go into labor) when you go to check the Mail walk to a certain point down the road and come back and grab the mail.. just small things can help lol

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I'm like you exactly, well, 15 pounds heavier pre-pregnancy. I never worked out, and when I did diet I did it through food. Now I've started prenantal yoga and plan to walk more when it gets nicer outside.

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I too am extremely lazy and like my salty food. I would do some leg lifts on the couch and floor stretches. Using a yoga ball helps, even if you only get on it during commercials if watching tv. I would take a walk ay break or lunch, when it was bad weather i would literally walk in a circle inside the office. When i cook there is always a bit of downtime so I would use the counter top to do some mild backward dips. I'd do a sort of push up against the counter, it actually works well. Id also do squats or lunges... not a lot but a few are better than none. As far as eating, for me having the dietary restrictions for pregnancy made it easier. A lot more fruit, veggies, lots of water, milk or tea and eating good fish was my major change from eating crap with an occasional healthy meal prior to being pregnant. Meat suddenly made me sick which sucked so had to eat healthy grains, fish and take iron supplements. Hearty salads were also my go too because I can prep them before and take to work or if you have a fridge at work I also kept salad fixings there along with yogurt and cheese sticks. It might sound like a lot but I am sloth like lazy and it was doable and being pregnant actually made me healthier than I'd ever been.

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I'm not a huge fan of working out , I especially dislike the gym.  I started walking and hiking everyday and this is the most fit and healthy I have ever been ! I love being outdoors.  I find that If I wake up early  (yes it sucks at times ) and walk or hike that my day is better.  It doesn't start with stress.  You're job has to be incredibly difficult and you must need a lot of patience.  I'd really try some hiking or walking! You won't hate it.  I need it now ! It's beneficial to my body and mind !

how does a lazy girl stay fit?!?

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