More weight gain while exercising?

Question

I’m very confused and really discouraged. I’ve steadily gained weight through my whole pregnancy. I regularly exercised before getting pregnant and took a long break when I found out I was. I had a miscarriage last year and really wanted to take it easy. I stated working out again and really watching what I’m eating 2 weeks ago. Since I’ve started again, I’ve been gaining weight way more rapidly than before. I’ve gained 3 pounds per week for the past 2 weeks. Has this happened to anyone else? I would really like to stay active during my pregnancy, but I’ve gained 30 pounds now. 😔

Answer

That was the case for me.  When I was running and lifting regularly, I gained like crazy.  When SPD took me out of the running game, my weight gain leveled off.
BUT...exercise is beneficial.  Labor is supposed to be easier if you are in shape.  Losing the weight should also be easier if you are already in decent shape.  So as much as watching the scale Work incorrectly sucks, it might not be a great picture of how well you are *really* doing.

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And remember that muscle weighs more than fat! You may be gaining baby weight just as steadily, while gaining some ‘muscle’ weight on top of that 😊

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This is what I keep telling myself: Kara Goucher ( elite marathon runner) gained 38 pounds while pregnant and she ran 80 miles a week until she delivered, worked out twice a day and lifted weights.... Focus on working out, eating nutrient dense foods and remember that not all of the weight is fat. Your blood volume will increase 40% to 50% ( about  4 lbs), breasts account for 2-3 lbs, uterus 2lbs, placenta about 2 lbs, misc fluid up to 4 lbs , 8 lbs of fat in order to produce milk and then a 7lb baby.....

More weight gain while exercising?

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