https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Fri, 22 May 2026 10:34:00 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-100023 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:36:41 +0000 mediagirl 100023@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Goldilocks1107: haha. Glad to hear I'm not the only one that hates pretty much everything. I have looked into pools but they are SO expensive around here. I'm considering joining a gym that allows you to go monthly so I can just use the elliptical or bike. Either of those would be better on my joints/ligaments in my groin than walking. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-95007 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:17:02 +0000 Goldilocks1107 95007@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've been active throughout my entire pregnancy (30 weeks). But I hate (HATE) prenatal yoga. It would make my wrists hurt, even after doing the modifications they recommended and made my sciatic pain worse. So, I do my elliptical workout, some weights and every so often I go swimming (which I also hate). Basically, if it's an exercise that everyone recommends for pregnant ladies, I've hated it. Just do what works for you and whatever keeps you moving. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-94072 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:02:55 +0000 DillonLion 94072@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'd highly recommend finding something you enjoy! Just because you didn't like that prenatal DVD doesn't mean you hate all exercise. You deserve to be active in a way that makes you feel good and happy! I hope you find something like that. Don't be afraid to keep trying new things until you find something you like. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-94071 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:59:50 +0000 PennyLainne 94071@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't like extreme working out. I only work out if I enjoy it, burning and aching are not what I call enjoying it lol. I have found that pregnant I love the water, wether it be the pool or the bath tub. I just love the way I feel in the water. I went for a walk last night too and it was great! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-94066 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:56:33 +0000 winniebee 94066@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I recently discovered and really enjoy Sunner Sanders workout DVD - it is pregnancy appropriate but challenging enough! All you need are handweights or an exercise elastic. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93959 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:41:23 +0000 plantains 93959@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would say that walking is the best IMO. I just try to ensure I get 3 miles in everyday and I'm good. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93957 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:38:36 +0000 twinmama 93957@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Walking outside or on the treadmill has been just about my only form on exercise since getting pregnant. Sometimes I do light weights with my arms, but I'm usually a slacker. My best trick for the treadmill - only allowing myself to watch certain shows when I'm walking, so if I want to see more, I have to walk more :)</p> <p>I'm gaining a lot, but aside from an initial thickening of my legs and arms a little, I think I've avoided looking puffy or chubby so far, and I would guess a lot of that has to do with the walking. So that's motivation too! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93828 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:09:39 +0000 kml636 93828@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm very early, so I'm still running and going to be doing weights today. I really want to stay fit but not overdo it... I guess it's different for everyone. I already feel huge since I haven't lost the weight from my last preg that ended in MC. I guess I just force myself to do it and then I feel so much better after. Walking is always good! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93816 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 05:07:18 +0000 aunt pol 93816@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yeah more gentle walking would be a good start alright, god knows you'll be doing plenty of it later on when nothing else is any way comfortable! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93800 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 23:36:04 +0000 BoogieBea 93800@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Maybe start with just more walking? Window shopping sounds like a fun "workout". :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93799 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 23:33:08 +0000 cupcakemama 93799@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Swimming is good. Or go for a walk? Doesn't have to be too vigorous. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93771 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:41:49 +0000 Andrea 93771@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Is there no exercise you enjoy? Something fun? Or just turn on some music and have a dance party? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93738 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:02:31 +0000 aunt pol 93738@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm with artbee- swimming is just wonderful now (29 weeks). So relaxing, and still exercise if you move at all rather than just enjoy floating around! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93715 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:49:13 +0000 heffalump 93715@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I swam a lot, and did water zumba. Your body will feel so much better in the pool! Now when you get out.... that's another story. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93691 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:18:49 +0000 chopsuey 93691@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>my DH used to take me to the gym with him 3x a week. omg. if your wrists hurt now, just wait until you have your LO! protect the wrists!!! mine still hurt from time to time.. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/i-hate-exercise-even-more-while-pregnant#post-93688 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:17:26 +0000 mediagirl 93688@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>So, after the OB casually mentioned my enormous weight gain over 4 weeks (ooops), I decided to do something about it. I'm eating better (more healthy foods) and I decided I would try some prenatal yoga I saw on Netflix streaming. UGH - Awful! A. I have no flexibility. B. My wrists ache when I lean on them and C. I just...hated.every.minute of it! It was uncomfortable and not something I'm used to doing. </p> <p>Does anyone else hate exercise as much as I do? What do you do to combat it? </p>