Working out while pregnant??

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I’m 16 weeks pregnant, 177 lbs. I’d like to lose weight because it’s not all from pregnancy. A lot of it is weight I had on me before pregnancy and I’d like to lose weight and tone up. What kind of exercises are safe for pregnancy and weight loss? 
And is it even possible to get into shape while pregnant? I’d love to go ahead and get a routine started before I have the baby.

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You shouldn’t be working out to lose weight during pregnancy. This isn’t good for your baby. It is good to work out to improve overall health though

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Weight loss is not typically recommended during pregnancy but working out can be!

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Yes. Just walk a lot and diet. I’ve lost ten lbs just by dieting better. Lots of fruits and veggies

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How tall are you? Your height matters here. 
But you are better off staying active and healthy and keeping within the suggested weight gain guidelines. You have to be careful working out too because your ligaments and all that are relaxing to prepare for labor and you can hurt yourself easier. Also if you weren't an active person before pregnancy. Getting extra super active now is not advised. Just be healthy and do what your body is able

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It's not usually recommended to try and lose weight during pregnancy. You want to be healthy and be giving lots of nutrients and nourishment to your baby. 
That being said, I understand what you mean. I was about the same place as you during my pregnancy. I started walking 1+ hour a day and some light exercises, like prenatal stretches/yoga and squats. This combined with lots of water, daily vitamins and healthy eating (I cut out sugar completely, moderate carbs-whole grains only, and lots of vegetables. Also, I ate lots of small meals several times a day). 
I ended up losing 5 lbs in my first trimester and by the end of my pregnancy I only gained 7lbs from my pre-pregnancy weight. But I was also monitored regularly by my OB so I would also recommend checking with your Doctor to make a plan that's right for you. Good luck momma! ❤

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Find a good water aerobics class and prenatal yoga class. Or any other class that makes you excited to go!  Proteins and veggies! Manage the expectation you may not loose weight but you will
Keep it under control and gain in a healthy way.

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It’s not recommended to diet during pregnancy, but you can certainly workout and eat healthy, which is good for you and baby anyways! Try to focus on gaining muscle to make it easier to carry the baby as your pregnancy goes on and for an easier delivery, rather than focusing on losing weight. ☺️

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I used to walk on the treadmill and do Zumba until my belly was too big and I couldn't keep up. I did walk on the treadmill until a month before baby girl came (she was a whole month early). I would walk at my pace for a full 30 minutes. People would stare as if they had never seen a pregnant woman before, but whatever. I wanted to stay as healthy as possible. I also drank so much water!

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You can walk and lift weights to build strength and endurance, and as long as you’re hitting the recommended daily calories for pregnancy and drinking water I wouldn’t worry too much if you lost a few pounds, or some body fat. The baby will take what it needs from you.

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