fit pregnancy

I had an unexpected C-section and also have pretty severe diastasis recti despite doing pregnancy safe exercises and avoiding coning during pregnancy (I have a really short abdomen). I’m 4 weeks post partum and really discouraged by the look of my stomach/abdominal pelvic l area. Pre pregnancy i...

1st time pregnancy -10w 4d. I’ve only gained a little but it’s just a really weird thing for me to see when I look in the mirror or feel when I put on pants. I’ve always tried really hard to be strong and in shape so it’s hard to be gaining weight and feel like i’m not doing something wrong...

Hi all context - 16w pregnant. I'm pretty fit but not a huge exerciser, I more walk up stairs in my daily life, or go hiking, than go to the gym. I do typically run a mile once or twice a week, but some months I'm bad about it. I was able to do short runs (1 mi) about twice a week even during...

Hey! Me and my partner are on our first cycle of TTC. I go sea dipping in the UK once a week where the temp is currently 8-9 degrees Celsius. I usually go shoulders under for around 3 mins. Does anyone have any experience cold water swimming during pregnancy? Should I keep doing this when TTC? TIA!

I posted in the r/running community too but curious to see if anyone else has marathon plans. I’ll be 8 weeks by my race date, I’m torn if I should race or just go easy. I’m only 4 minutes away from qualifying for Boston so the temptation is there. I ran my last 20 miler on Sunday and did my 5...

my husband and i (23M and 22F) are currently on cycle #4 of trying to conceive, and have been using the syringe method due to my vaginismus. i used to struggle pretty badly with anorexia, and i still have my moments but am a lot better now and a healthy weight. my periods have been regular and...

Hi everyone! I’m 5 weeks pregnant. So far the nausea and fatigue aren’t too bad. I’m sticking to my normal workout schedule for now. Everyday I try to stretch in the morning and before bed. I do twenty five jumping jacks daily. Monday to Friday I walk to the gym. It’s 0.4 miles away from my...

I’ve officially entered my third trimester! I’m seeing a lot of information online that suggests you should scale back the intense workouts in the third trimester due to placental blood flow. I’ve been lucky enough to be able to lift and strength train throughout my pregnancy I.e. deadlifting...

Hi all! I’m 6 weeks tomorrow with an IVF baby. While I’m usually a pretty active person, I’ve been pretty stagnant during stims and the beginning of this pregnancy due to being soooo mf tired. I was having a lot of guilt though so I finally got my ass up and did a couple light workouts three...

27+4 and all of a sudden I’m noticeably more hungry. What healthy + filling snacks are you going to? Historically I’m a 3 meals a day no snacks person, so this is new to me. So far I’ve been snacking on plain greek yogurt with fruit + nuts or granola, raw nuts, sometimes cheese & crackers (but...

I’m new to the group so apologies if this has been discussed recently … what forms of exercise helped you prepare for L&D (vaginal or CSection - would love to hear both) as well as your recovery? What do you think served you the most? Currently 25 weeks and workout regularly (strength, yoga...

Hi all! I’m 30 weeks pregnant and a runner… ran about 40-50 miles/week before pregnancy. I write a newsletter on running and am looking for other pregnant runners to share their experiences on running while pregnant. If you’re interested in contributing or learning more, email me at...

So, I (32F) know they say it’s safe to continue any exercise you were doing pre-pregnancy and not to start anything new once you’re pregnant. But, I was almost completely sedentary before pregnancy. I would go on leisurely walks maybe 3-4 times a week. Went to the gym here and there, but nothing...

Hi all! I’m now 4 weeks postpartum and wanted to share something I could’ve used when I was pregnant. That said, this post will not be everyone’s cup of tea, so skip the pics if you think happy results photos will make you feel bad—that is NOT the intention. Like many of you, while I cared...

Hello! I’m like 5 seconds pregnant (10 DPO) but have been planning this and want to continue staying as fit as I can during this pregnancy. Last pregnancy was 6 years ago and I wasn’t working out before or during. I was very overweight going into it and had never had a real fitness routine...

Hey all, this is a post about weight - I checked the side bar and think I'm adhering to the rules by not mentioning specifics, asking for medical advice, or solely taking about diet, but mods, please let me know if I have to change anything! Trigger warning that this is generally about weight...

So I’m in my tww now (post iui). I workout regularly. A TOUGH reformer Pilates studio by me is doing a one month unlimited special for $100 which is a great deal for my hcol area. Would it be dumb to join right at the beginning of my first trimester if I do end up pregnant? I’m testing next week...

I'm taking a leaf out of @mjb048 's book and posting about fitness from the other side. I'm 5 months out, and hopefully this'll help some of you. Stats pre-pregnancy - 5'6", 180lbs, reasonably fit (running 2x week, gym x1, training with personal trainer x1, sometimes I'd squeeze in an extra...

I’m looking for advice about starting a running habit postpartum. I’d like to start doing 5/10k again. For background, I was an avid runner probably 10-12 years ago but since then have drifted into other sports/workouts. I have been moderately active during my pregnancy, mostly weightlifting...

I’m honestly probably just looking for reassurance. I’m 21w pregnant and have suddenly started getting a sharp pain in my right hip whenever I run. I’m so bummed about this becausee I pictured myself running throughout my whole pregnancy and I love running so much. I can still walk fairly...