Is it too late to start exercising at 28 weeks pregnant?

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I’m in good health. 28 weeks pregnant. I’ve always been naturally thin, and now I just have a baby on my belly. But I would like to start exercising. Is it too late?

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I think things like walking, and pregnancy yoga and Pilates are fine. The rest I would check with your doctor.

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Of course! Just start slow with pregnancy safe exercises, and slowly work you way up to a bit of a challenge. Whatever you can do will help you when giving birth!

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Normally if you were exercising prior to your pregnancy, then they say it’s okay to continue (as long as there are no complications). So at this point, best to ask your doctor to be safe - as every case is different.

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If you normally exercised before getting pregnant. And as long as your doc says its OKAY. Then its good to try something. Try starting at about 1/4th the intensity or the equivalent of "this feels too easy to do" which is what I did. Wait a couple days to see how your body reacts. I was sleeping the next two days, drained and sore when i was certain it was "too easy for me" but it did help me get get out of bed in the middle of the night to pee. And I dont wake up hurting from joint pain nearly as much because I'm nudging the muscles just enough to remain maintained. I want to up the weight but I know better not to. And when i just cant do anything. I walk a bit but mostly rest. It's really helped. XD

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It is never too late. Just dont try too much all at once. Yoga, walking, or basic cardio.

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Im on the same boat. I’ve finally gotten into the mood of working out at 28 weeks. lol pre pregnancy i was tiny. I started with walking up to a 1.2mi. Hoping to increase it but the swelling of feet truly limit me . And I signed up for a prenatal yoga class next week. Best of luck :)

Is it too late to start exercising at 28 weeks pregnant?

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