Even though only 8 weeks ago I could do Gym Style legs all the way through with weights matching Cathe, now I can't. I went down to 30 lbs as my heaviest, due to OBGYN's recommendations. So I pulled GSL for the first time since my exercise restrictions, and had back strain even doing the beginning squats with 30lbs and had to back of the weights for the bonus set, x( . I was not ready to feel the affects of pregnancy this soon. It's kinda depressing really. I mean I know it's about maintaining muscle, but how can I maintain the muscle I worked so hard to get if I'm having these kind's of problems at only 13 weeks:-( . Is anyone else noticing a change in your ability? I know in my mind that my weights will go down even more but honestly I'm in denial. I worked so freakin hard to see between my blasted thighs that I'm not ready to see them balloon back up again, oh and I'm sappose to dawn my body in a bathing suit too this summer x( , ok my whining is over. I know I should just be happy that I'm pg and it's going great, but my mommy emotions are a little high this morning. Please someone tell me I'm not alone in this (or lie K? :+ )
A little bummed, workouts seem much harder now
- Thread starter JulieL
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I'm right there with you. I feel like my muscles have shrinked tremendously since this pregnancy began especially since my workouts have been suffering so much due to constant fatigue and sinus problems. With the few workouts I have been able to do my poundage has decreased tremendously too. I'm sure you look great and will look terrific in your bathing suit this summer. Everyone will be admiring your beautiful belly. Thank goodness pregancy only lasts 9 months. I'm already trying to figure out my strategy for getting back in shape after this little one arrives. My goal will be to be in the best shape of my life by the middle of next year.
Hang in there! We are here for you if you need us!
Hang in there! We are here for you if you need us!
FiddleFit
Cathlete
Oh yes! I noticed immediately that I became short of breath quicker, doing both cardio and weights. I reduced my weight load a small bit initially, to keep myself from getting so breathless. Obviously my lengthy bedrest was detrimental to my conditioning, and since returning to my workouts I've started my weights at a much lower level than I am used to. I've also got the extra pounds now to throw around, and that takes more work. I don't worry about the actual weight I'm lifting, but just how hard I feel like I'm exerting myself. A pregnant woman lifting 20 pounds is working harder than a non-pregnant woman lifting 20 pounds.
As long as you keep up with some regular exercise during pregnancy, you will bounce back quicker after the pregnancy and be back to lifting your previous weights in no time.
Cheers,
Sandra
As long as you keep up with some regular exercise during pregnancy, you will bounce back quicker after the pregnancy and be back to lifting your previous weights in no time.
Cheers,
Sandra