r/fitpregnancy

5 weeks PP had an uncomplicated VBAC. I feel pretty good physically. Even picked up my 35 lb toddler a few times.

Mentally am deteriorating. Working out, especially weight lifting, is a big tool in my mental health kit.

If I feel ready can I start with some light weights (3-8lbs) until I have my 6 week check up where hopefully I’m cleared to do more?

Walking isn’t cutting it for me and I’m sliding into depression. Had PPD last time and can tell I’m getting it this time.

STM to be and 22 weeks pregnant. Ran a 10 Mile race over the weekend and had a great experience! Slower than my normal pace but felt strong overall. With my first I ran a half marathon around 17 weeks but then didn’t do much running at all and instead prioritized the gym for second half of my pregnancy.

I’m thinking about continuing to run casually and doing a turkey trot 5k around 30 weeks. Anyone else still running at this stage and enjoying it?

If not, what keeps you motivated at the gym?

My gym has a hip thrust machine that I love. It has a thick pad that goes across the hips insyead of a bar.

As of today I am 17 weeks pregnant, and hip thrusts have become very dififcult. I've started sliding the bar down to where it's over my pubic area/very upper thighs and do glute bridge holds.

Anyone else modifying hip thrusts in a way that works for you? I think this hits my glutes really well but wanted to see what others are doing.

Hi Team,

Wondering if anyone has a regimen for terrible neck/ shoulder pain causing headaches.

I am prone to headaches and this type of neck and shoulder pain ( worse in on left ) I think it has come from weak gluts and a right foot injury 9 years ago Outside of pregnancy it goes away with excedrin in AM then sleep in PM + hydration.

I have tried everything including massage and I have had a headache on and off( mostly on ) for 4 days now.

I did Pilates, yoga, hiking, boxing prior to and during I pregnancy which I will continue but I need something more targeted.

After I deal with the acute pain ( planning to do acupuncture ) Any exercise regimens that anyone has to keep this at bay? I can tell this is going to get worse. I want to stay strong !

Ive been doing pregnancy cardio dance work outs, they are like low impact zumba, im getting bored with what I do every day, any suggestions?

What the title states. I’m not a runner, just someone who loves to take long walks on a variety of terrains in our parks. My current stroller isn’t made for the trails. I see that there’s a lot of options out there but I’m not looking to spend a ton of money on what will be our secondary stroller.

I’m mostly concerned with making sure the wheels are pneumatic, and that my baby (4.5mo) will be comfortable long term. I would hope that since I’m taking it on walks only, I can afford to spend less. Would love any recommendations or advice!

Experiencing some mental lows (despite staying much more fit during this pregnancy than my last) and trying to plan some things to look forward to during winter. When not pregnant, I'm a back of the pack runner and the most mid downhill skier ever haha. Baby will be here last week of January. I will be cozying up at the cabin while my 3.5 yo and husband hit the slopes! If I can do something outdoors, I know it'll be good for my mental health, but that might just be watching the kids sled/going for flat walks outdoors.

Let's assume/hope I'll have a fairly typical birth/recovery. Anything winter activities that would be fun to do if we get a good snow season in April? I haven't been snow-shoeing or cross country skiing — is there a chance those might be an option despite being a newbie?

My OB has historically been extra cautious (she advised me against running, squats, deadlifts in as early as second tri despite the lack of specific concern). She told me to hold off on running and weight lifting until 12 weeks.

1 week pp, she noted that my scar was healing nicely. I’ve been able to move around at home almost immediately after the hospital, and I’ve managed without pain meds after 1 week pp. All this to say, I’ve generally been feeling good.

Would appreciate your own anecdotes and OBs’ input. Thanks!