Exercise???

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I have PCOS so I was eating healthy and dojng cross fit before I got pregnant. Now that I'm pregnant I am scared to do anything other than power walking. Does anyone else feel the same way??

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My doc said you can do pretty much any exercise you want as long as it's not high impact (like jumping on a trampoline) or full contact (like football, or anything that could risk you getting smacked). But she said as long as you feel physically up to it, pregnant women can run marathons, do lots of cardio in pretty much any form, etc. As long as you feel up to it, you're good!

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I was planning on power walking every day for about 5+ miles ( that's what I've been doing ) and then once I reach the 12 week mark I was going to start swimming and minor elliptical... Should be ok I guess. I miss running!

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I'm walking my dog everyday- I gave up my half marathon training when I found out, I didn't think it was a good idea on top of the fatigue! One of my best friends is a personal trainer and is going to put me together a strength training plan which I'll do in addition to some swimming. I reckon it's best to get some advice on adjusting what you do to make sure you're safe and also benefitting fully from it.

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I think cross fit would be a bit too high intensity. But a lower intensity option would be fine, especially since you were active beforehand. I'm planning on doing aqua aerobics and swimming as it's good cardio and it's low intensity.

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I do spin class two to three times a week, yoga and then a barre class on the weekends. Spin is great because there is no impact and you can easily control your exertion. Barre is also great because it supports core strength and posture which can only help during and after the baby is born. I recommend all these exercises.

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Keep up the walking and I suggest still lifting weights just keep your heart rate at 140 and don't do anything too heavy. I use the Fitocracy app and it gives some good circuit training! I think it is important to keep that muscle tone up and cardio won't cut it!

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I am continuing with crossfit, just not doing anything heavy or going for PR's, listening to my body, taking breaks, etc. I used to go 5-6 times a week and I'd say I'm going 3 times and supplementing with hiking and running. My doctor said that as long as you don't try to add something that you weren't doing before it should be fine.

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I was a high impact exerciser prior to getting pregnant. I still do the workouts but listen to my body at all times. If I feel overheated or that my heart rate is getting too high, I take a break and drink water. It really makes me feel much better in a day even if my exertion level is only 50% of what it used to be. I say keep working out but modify and really tune in to what your body tells you. Studies show great benefits for people who continue to workout: labor & recovery

Exercise???

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