Do I really need to work out????

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I had this vision of being the ultimate fit preggo but let me tell ya....I'm a restaurant manager and work 45 hours a week on my feet basically speed walking the whole time. I wear a fit bit and easily surpass 15,000 steps per day of work. The last, I repeat LAST thing on my mind on my days off is hitting the gym for a jog or weights. Please don't make me :'(

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Omg, I was thinking I would be the same way. 
At like 12 weeks Doctor told me to make sure I stay active. I told her "really??, I work 40hrs/week walking around on my feet ALL day". She was like "oh, no you're fine, make sure to take it easy". 😄

At 26 weeks now, cleaning my house makes me exhausted!

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Girl, I'm the same! I used to work out after work since getting pregnant I have not. I work in retail so on my feet all day I walk about 10,000 steps. I'm still climbing ladders getting stock down. But when I get home all I want to do is sit on my ass and relax!! Haha. I still get house work done but as far as the extra workout goes, I've given up! Don't feel so bad, you're not alone!!

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I work in a restaurant too and easily walk 5 miles a day non stop, fast paced and with no breaks in between. 26 weeks and I don't even bother with the gym anymore. Pre pregnancy I use to work out 5-6 days a week for an hour or so. I can't seem to find the energy and my doctor said he isn't worried as I wasn't over weight to begin with. But I fully intend on working out when baby is out and daddy can watch him while mommy has her alone time at the gym.

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Ugh i thought the same thing. I was working retail for the first 5 months of my pregnancy and was so run down my the end of the day ( i ran two different departments at my store) i couldnt even think about a treadmill.  Thanks to God though i got a better paying and less stressful job now, im finally able to go to the gym about three times a week.  But in your case, i wouldnt think about the gym at all! Being pregnant takes a huge toll on our bodies that most people dont realize, only do what you can stand mama dont over exert yourself. Walking that much, you should be just fine in the exercise department! Haha

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I am 25 weeks and workout about 5 days a week. I have an awesome workout program I do from home and it's only 30 mins each day:)

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I think the amount of activity you're getting is perfectly fine!

You need to sit with your feet up when you get home, don't stress about getting more exercise!

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Ugh, I'm in the same boat. I just can't seem to get to the gym - and I used to go all the time. I tried walking to work, but don't always have the extra time. So now I just try to work in some stretching and squats when I have a free moment at work. I'm on my feet a lot too so I hope it's enough.

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My goal is 10k steps on my Fitbit 5-6 days a week. So you're killing it IMO! lol

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I teach PE and feel the same way! 
I've been doing some strengthening exercises for hips/lower back, but takes about 15 minutes and it's not a 'workout' as such. More to help posture and (hopefully) prevent some discomfort down the track.

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I'm not a fitness buff, but had every intention of eating right and exercising regularly while pregnant...
Well, I have had so many health issues since I got pregnant that I stay home most days now just to make sure I don't overdo it :(
We have to do what we can, but don't worry too much. Working and especially walking around is very good while pregnant so you are doing well!!
I'm going to try prenatal yoga once I have a good day without any issues.

Do I really need to work out????

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