https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:33:00 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-912909 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 13:33:00 +0000 anandam 912909@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm a midwife and absolutely disagree with all the "only do what you did before" answers. Yes, you shouldn't start a marathon training program or a massive weight loss project after you conceive, but you should definitely do some moderate exercise - walking, gentle elliptical, swimming - none of this will be anything but beneficial. Listen to your body and stop if you have any difficulty breathing, chest pain, nausea, etc. and scale back the intensity. Keep hydrated, keep cool. Keep it to 20-30min sessions at a gentle intensity if you're just starting. And seriously, why not start before you conceive? Make that body hospitable for the newcomer! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-903268 Wed, 03 Jul 2013 09:58:33 +0000 Mrsbells 903268@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@CharityAnne: I agree with pp that walking is best. you shouldnt start any bew strenous exercise that your body isnt already used to. You can do pregnany yoga and easier exercises though </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-903250 Wed, 03 Jul 2013 09:56:13 +0000 littleredhairedgrl 903250@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>yes @lisamarieloves -- starting a walking, light cardio or yoga routine is not a bad thing at all. but beginning something like heavy weight training or long distance running wouldn't be advised. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-902065 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 17:00:11 +0000 deactivated_account 902065@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>When I think of not starting a new exercise routine once pregnant, I imagine the doctors mean don't start something strenuous like crossfit or long distance running. But I wouldn't think that walking, ellipitcal or simple yoga would be something that a doctor would ever advise against. Althought I seriously know nothing about what doctor's think or know so I don't know why I'm posting this... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-902040 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:49:07 +0000 Grace 902040@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Oh, start excercising now! Pregnancy kicked me in the butt starting right at the beginning, especially with respect to stamina and breathing. I can't imagine what that would be like if I hadn't been excersicing beforhand. And even so, with going to aerobics three times a week, once pregnant, I'm lucky if I get in a walk to get a slurpy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-902027 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:44:25 +0000 Dandelion 902027@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I walked a lot. That's about it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-901963 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 16:20:43 +0000 SweetiePie 901963@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@dagret: Hahahhaha. That is hilarious!</p> <p>@CharityAnne: Agreed with all that said you shouldn't start anything new when pregnant but walking should be fine. And it's great if you can start the habit now! Getting healthier can only help with TTC :-)<br /> I actually had a really intense training program before my last pregnancy. Even though it would have been technically "ok" to continue per my doc, my trainer erred on the side of caution and took it down a couple of notches. She was mostly worried about impact (so no more jumping and running) and my heart rate. She told me to get a heart monitor but unfortunately I MC'd before I could. Oh and I was and still am afraid to do crunches while pregnant. Probably illogical but I just can't!<br /> Now I don't use her anymore but I kept up with jogging and weight training on my own. since she lowered the intensity I've now done the same (6w6d) ...jogging for shorter distances (2 miles) on elliptical only and no more than 5lb weights. I'm probably being overly cautious with the weights, but I'm scared after last time. But I still get a good workout! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-901826 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:27:55 +0000 Sugar.Biscuit 901826@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@dagret: haha!</p> <p>I started working out when I found out I was pregnant. My dr said there was nothing wrong with it. Infact he has patients training for marathons.</p> <p>He also told me I could eat and drink whatever I wanted. But everything in moderation.</p> <p>I have cut back on intensity sense I found out I'm having twins. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-901651 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 14:37:48 +0000 dagret 901651@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I lifted while I was pregnant. </p> <p>I lifted food up to my mouth. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-901635 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 14:32:48 +0000 Modern Daisy 901635@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I know you aren't supposed to start a workout routine once you get pregnant that you hadn't already been doing - but I actually ended up doing this. I upped my walking and started prenatal yoga when previously I had not been working out at all. It is all really light excersizing though and I think it's fine since it's not like I was in BAD shape previously. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-901630 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 14:30:00 +0000 Mrs. PBJ 901630@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks for all of the help everyone!! I don't plan on starting anything super strenuous, because I don't do anything remotely intense now lol I do however do a bit of walking in the evenings w/hubs especially this time of year when it's daylight later in the evenings. It's nothing scheduled or planned, it usually ends up being a spur of the moment kinda thing. My plan was to just make the walks more regular and more of a priority when I get pregnant and when the weather doesn't permit outdoor walking either walk on an indoor track or use my elliptical. I will definitely try to get into some sort of a routine right now though, because I'm sure that will help my motivation and energy later on down the road! :happy: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-901482 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 13:36:55 +0000 littleredhairedgrl 901482@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am training to be a certified personal trainer and like others are saying here, you should not begin something new once you are pregnant, but if you've always done something, then that's ok. just don't push yourself too hard. I run half marathons 3 times a year and once dh and I get our bfp I will continue running, just probably cut down my mileage some. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900958 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 10:35:39 +0000 MSBartlett 900958@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Like everyone else, I heard that it is not a good idea to start exercising once you become pregnant. I exercised about 3-4 times a week before I got pregnant. While the fatigue hit me pretty hard and I didn't exercise as much or as hard in the beginning, it still helps me out a lot with my pregnancy symptoms keeping my standard exercise routine. Some of the harder workouts I was use to doing I found I had to cut back on because it just became more difficult to physically do it. I would most definitely recommend getting into a habit of exercising before you get pregnant. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900946 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 10:32:21 +0000 greenebee 900946@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Honestly, about the only thing you'll probably be doing (everyone's different, so perhaps not) is walking for excercise. I was a pretty active runner before I got pregnant, then after battling the exhaustion and morning sickness of the first tri, there was no chance for me to continue running. I tried in the second tri but by then I had a belly and it was too difficult. As long as you are active (walking, stretching, etc) and you balance your meals, you should be fine with weight gain. :happy: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900928 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 10:28:00 +0000 irene 900928@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>haha. I was more in shape when I was pregnant than before pregnant and now!! I joined a prenatal yoga class when I was in the beginning of 2nd trimester (I was busy puking my brains out in the first trimester), Best life-long friends were made (a few of us who had the same due date still see each other now and have play dates) and it was the best decision ever. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900916 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 10:24:24 +0000 jmarionsmith 900916@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>i didn't exercise at all before i got pregnant. around my 2nd trimester i started walking 3 miles a couple times a week. it's sad to say but i was more in shape while pregnant than i am now... i need to get back to it! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900907 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 10:21:39 +0000 Foodnerd81 900907@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Agree with everyone else-- don't start a big work out regimen after you are pregnant, but adding in walking gradually certainly doesn't seem like it would hurt anything. </p> <p>However, I would recommend getting into a routine NOW, not when you get pregnant. I was kind of sporadic with working out at all before getting pregnant, then first trimester I had ZERO energy and felt nauseous if I even walked quickly. By the time I felt halfway normal, I had no motivation to get moving or get my butt to the (very expensive) gym. I wish I'd had a routine that I was already used to. </p> <p>I do walk a lot though, since I live in the city and take public transportation. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900881 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 10:12:43 +0000 Alivoo01 900881@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My OB said to not start a new workout routine once you're pregnant. However, walking for minimum of 30 minutes is highly encouraged. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900829 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 09:57:21 +0000 sweetooth 900829@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I definitely wasn't super active before I got pregnant. I did some yoga, but nothing that really got my heart rate up. Once I made it through the first trimester and through the morning sickness, I started walking 3 + miles daily. I found it helped me feel good, and gave me some time to think. I think I'll keep up with it and add yoga back in too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900815 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 09:53:57 +0000 wahine08 900815@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't think a light elliptical workout would be harmful but I'd ask your doctor. Start by taking walks and then longer walks. </p> <p>I am like you, I worked out like once every couple weeks before getting pregnant. I'm no where NEAR having my energy back yet (still in the first tri)but I do know I'd like to start being more regular on the elliptical and walks once my energy comes back. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900801 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 09:50:49 +0000 Bookish 900801@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think the rule of thumb is if you did it before pregnancy, you can continue it after pregnancy. So no, you shouldn't attempt to start a routine once you get pregnant. Walking is great exercise though, and if you start a bit now it won't be too much trouble to continue once you are pregnant! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900795 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 09:48:25 +0000 Ash 900795@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>You aren't supposed to start an exercise routine after getting pregnant but the best thing you can do is walk during pregnancy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/did-you-start-exercising-when-you-got-pregnant#post-900787 Tue, 02 Jul 2013 09:45:38 +0000 Mrs. PBJ 900787@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm going to start off by just admitting that I'm super lazy when it comes to exercising. I currently have no exercise plan/routine that I follow. However I was talking with a friend the other day about exercising and I mentioned that when I find out I'm pregnant (whenever that may be) that I would like to start walking/using my elliptical more regularly to just to try to balance out weight gain and stay fit during pregnancy. She told me that you're not supposed to do this; that you have to be doing an exercise routine for at least six months before you get pregnant. Her boyfriend is somewhat of a personal trainer and he supposedly read it in one of his books. I say this because he is not super official so idk if I really believe it. Has anyone else heard this? Did you start exercising when you got pregnant? Should I not do this? </p>