Is it safe to do squats in the 2nd trimester?

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I'm currently 13w5d pregnant and I was wondering, is it safe to do squats? during my first trimester I put them off because I was so tired all the time. Now I have so much extra energy. I just did 50 squats and I'm cramping a little but I always feel stretching in my lower abdomen. I'm just worried I'll trigger another miscarriage.

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If I could do them I would but once I get down now I can't get back up lol

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I'm 25 weeks and have not stopped doing squats since I found out I'm expecting! My doctor just told me to reduce the weight as my pregnancy progresses. I do four sets of 25 squats with a 50lbs bar now. Try slowing them down if you feel some cramping and rest in between.

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I do squats and various glute exercises everyday! My doctor said it's great to do them because it builds back muscle and youll need that the bigger you get ✌

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50 seems like a lot to do in one sitting but all of my pregnancy DVDs, yoga and aerobic have you do them because it strengthens your lower muscles to help with delivery. Keep on!

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Yes, I do daily. ☺️ It's also included in my prenatal yoga class, and there are women in every stage of pregnancy who are able to keep up.

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They are fine and if done regularly can speed up your labor!! I do 100 a day

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Try doing 2 or 3 sets with fewer in the set. I done squats up til an hour before my first was born. Helped so much with delivery. Just don't do it to the point of cramping. I do 3 sets of 20 and I'm 18 weeks. Congrats & good luck.

Is it safe to do squats in the 2nd trimester?

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