Hi, this is my first time on this forum. I am 14 weeks pregnant and haven't been able to work out for the last three months because I have felt so ill. Before this I worked out with all Cathe's dvds with ease. Know that I am feeling better I would like to start working out again. Is it ok to start with the same intensity as before or should I start slower. I ordered shock cardio and would like to try them, but does a lot of jumping hurt or bother the baby while inside? Are you only supposed to do low impact exercises? Any input would be greatly appreciated!
Does alot of jumping while pregnant hurt or bother the baby?
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bitmover
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I do not know the scientific answer to this but I will tell you when I was pregnant with my first about 11 years ago (he's 10), I worked out pretty much every day and he practically came out of the womb bouncing/jumping and has not stopped! He's got classic ADHD. Do I think my exercising did that? Not really, but it's a funny story when you see how much he really does bounce/jump. But, he was born five weeks early (my water broke, I did not go into labor and we had to induce) and I do think the exercising might have come into play with that -- hard to say. His umbilical cord was wrapped around his neck and nearly half as long as a typical cord, so, he did need some assistance!
23jimbean
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I am no doctor, but ask yours what they think is appropriate. My doctor told me to do anything I did before I got pregnant. I worked out up until the day I delivered, even did Body Max 2 the day before. I ran through my pregnancy, stayed as healthy as I could. When my son was born with a scary genetic disease, hemophilia, I could have easily gone into depression. I believe that exercise helped me stay positive. He is healthy in all respects (despite hte hemophilia) and has a great demeanor. He loves to go int hte jogging stroller every morning, and I swear he remembers the womb! Ask your doctor, wear a heart rate monitor. And, listen to the body.
bitmover
Cathlete
I doubt it. Sometimes they wrap. The shortness..... I don't know... the dr. had no speculation.
wonderwoman
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Sarah,
Congratulations to you on your pregnancy. I hope you have a happy and healthy pregnancy.
What I decided to do for myself was still workout 5-6 days a week for now while I still can because I know once I start progressing it probably become uncomfortable with a big belly to still workout at that point I probably just do some walking when that does happen. I have cut down on the intensity and length. I do around 45 min now workouts like low max the premix only the step part only not the blasts. Kickmax just the 3 combos and the leg drills I did PUB up only premix last night. I did modify this one a bit. I felt uncomfortable doing dumbell pullovers. I will still do cathe dvd's but low impact cardio dvd's and endurance weight work. I also did Butt and Gutts premix leg blast that one was great.
Sorry for rambling but I thought the same thing to myself and was wondering which dvd's I shouldnt do and stuff like that but I just decided to take it easy and not worry about it. I'd rather be safe than sorry...I know I will lose strength but I will get it all back once again.
Have a great day.
Congratulations to you on your pregnancy. I hope you have a happy and healthy pregnancy.
What I decided to do for myself was still workout 5-6 days a week for now while I still can because I know once I start progressing it probably become uncomfortable with a big belly to still workout at that point I probably just do some walking when that does happen. I have cut down on the intensity and length. I do around 45 min now workouts like low max the premix only the step part only not the blasts. Kickmax just the 3 combos and the leg drills I did PUB up only premix last night. I did modify this one a bit. I felt uncomfortable doing dumbell pullovers. I will still do cathe dvd's but low impact cardio dvd's and endurance weight work. I also did Butt and Gutts premix leg blast that one was great.
Sorry for rambling but I thought the same thing to myself and was wondering which dvd's I shouldnt do and stuff like that but I just decided to take it easy and not worry about it. I'd rather be safe than sorry...I know I will lose strength but I will get it all back once again.
Have a great day.
megadoo
Cathlete
Hi Sarah. I am in the same boat as you. I am 12 weeks and I have done NOTHING since conception I think lol! I was so sick and tired. I am JUST starting to feel a little better. I am getting laid off from work today (go figure) so I will have more time in the day. I plan on going back to it with Cathe and Chalean (turbo jams). I am just going to modify where I feel it necessary. I know (as long as no complications) that it is safe to run, and that seems pretty bouncy to me lol. SO, I would just listen to your body. Having to take 3 months off may make you want to start a bit slower anyhow. I think your body will tell you what is OK and what is not.
I hope to keep it up until my due date like the other ladies here. I just want to be healthy and fit so I can bounce back quicker afterwards.
ANyway, good luck!
I hope to keep it up until my due date like the other ladies here. I just want to be healthy and fit so I can bounce back quicker afterwards.
ANyway, good luck!