Strength Training While Pregnant?

Question

I was wondering if it’s safe to start a strength training regimen while pregnant. I’m pretty healthy and moderately fit from daily cardio but I really want to add some strength training to the mix.
I’m sure plenty of you were able to lift throughout your pregnancies, but any words of advice on things I should avoid or lookout for?
I’m still super early (4.5 weeks) so assume most restrictions won’t occur until much later. 
But I’d love to hear all of your thoughts and experiences!

Answer

I'd ask your doctor if you want to start something new. Or meet with a trainer certified in prenatal fitness. I strength train during pregnancy but that's because I did it before. I'd think that doing light weights (under ten lbs) would be beneficial and squating with body weight definitely is good during pregnancy but I'd want to be cleared by a dr first. Good luck and congrats on your pregnancy

Answer

The doctor recommends doing the same exercise as you did prior to being pregnant not starting new things. I would say if you strength trained prior to pregnancy your fine

Answer

Thanks for the advice ladies! I saw a personal trainer today that suggested squats and lunges with small amounts of weight. But to avoid things that have me flat on my back like crunches, sit-ups etc, once I’m out of the first trimester.
I’ve heard so many women mention how they avoided back aches and many pregnancy woes by staying super active while pregnant so I’m really hoping I’ll be able to maintain a good routine for the duration of this pregnancy.
Of course I’ll always ask my doctor about what’s safe as I progress.

Strength Training While Pregnant?

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