Exercise during early pregnancy?

Question

So I'm super active and in the Army. I run three miles almost everyday along with weightlifting every other day. Do I need to scale back? my doctor says I should cut it I half but I just don't get the stress relief that way. Plus, I've been doing this for years so it's not like it's new. I have had a couple of miscarriages but also a healthy baby boy too. I'm super early in pregnancy at just 4weeks 3days.

Answer

The weight lifting, yes. At least try less weight, more reps. Your body can handle a lot since it’s accustomed to it, but it’s also under new stress with the baby. The weight lifting will do more potential damage than the running.

Answer

I kept weight lifting all the way through with my first pregnancy and I swear it made a huge difference. As long as you read your body and don't push yourself too hard keep doing what you are doing.

Answer

Thank you! I really need to continue to I for my own sanity lol.

Exercise during early pregnancy?

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