Though pregnancy comes with natural ups and downs, I truly do feel like I can say it's been an amazing and enjoyable experience! One of the main reasons is because I continued working out and eating well while being pregnant. I completely understand that not everyone can work out, and that eating well is a personal choice we all have to make for our own bodies. But I am so thankful I was able to keep up with both (even though it was hard) for the majority of my pregnancy! Here are my top 3 tips for doing both while pregnant. A lot of instagram friends have asked, so at the end you'll find my work out schedule. I've have kept this pretty consistent even into my third trimester. Remember, there is no shame in whatever you choose to do and EVERYTHING you do should be done with your doctor's approval. 1. Find healthy foods that satisfy your cravings Your body is generally not craving McDonalds. Bodies are typically not that specific (though our minds can be. ;). When you're craving McDonalds, you probably are craving salt. When you want a huge creamy milkshake or smoothie, you might be thirsty and need to guzzle some water. When you just want a chocolate bar, your body might be looking for natural sugar. But do remember that our mind is a creature of habit. If you eat chocolate bars everyday, it will tell you that you need a chocolate bar. If you eat fruit habitually, your mind will eventually tell you that you want fruit. I kept a pretty healthy diet of fruits, veggies, and high protein during this pregnancy. I did have some unhealthy cravings, but I tried to find healthy alternatives. When I wanted chocolate, I'd do chocolate covered strawberries to keep some fruit in there and cut down on the chocolate amount. When I wanted carbs, I'd eat some of my favorite low salt pita chips. Over time, your body will crave healthy things, even while pregnant! 2. Keep a consistent gym schedule & go easy so you don't give up For me, being consistent was key. Some days, I wouldn't feel good and my brain would try to convince me not to go. But when I reminded myself, "Chelsie, even the act of getting to the gym is important. You don't have to push yourself or kill yourself. If you can't lift, just walk on the treadmill for 10 minutes and leave." Whenever I spoke that into myself, I'd always end up going and then would do way more than I thought. And I'd leave feeling like a total baller and so motivated. My work out of choice is lifting. I didn't push myself or lift heavier while pregnant. I kept myself on my normal routine, went slow, and stayed at a consistent, low impact weight. But I actually got more tone and stayed fairly limber, even with all the baby growing. ;) 3. Stay inspired & know your why I know the things I personally value and try to put those things first. In the end, I know it'll make me happier. Feeling limber and strong makes me feel whole and at peace. It makes me more fun to be around and motivated for my day. I knew that my 'why' was that I wanted to be fully myself when Amelia came. I wanted to be healthy and able to keep up with her. I wanted to be able to take her with us on airplane rides, hiking trips, and lots of outdoor things. If working out 3 times a week did that for my mental health, happiness, and body, I could push myself to do it. So do whatever brings you that type of personal peace too. ✌️ My workout plan while pregnant: *This was approved by my doctor, as should any work out program be that you do while pregnant. As long as I wasn't lifting much more than 30lbs and it didn't feel uncomfortable, it was generally pretty safe. Each workout has about 20-30 minutes of lifting, 10 minutes of stretching, and 10 minutes of walking *Google any of the below names to see how to do each exercise correctly) Mondays: Shoulder & Triceps 1. Front Dumbbell Raises 3 sets of 12 at 10-15 lbs in each hand 2. Tricep Straight Bar Cable Pressdown 3 sets of 12 at around 40 lbs 3. Shoulder Shrugs 3 sets of 12 at 20 lbs 4. Dumbbell Shoulder Press 3 sets of 12 at 10-15 lbs in each hand 5. Tricep Overhead Exentsions 3 sets of 12 at 15 lbs 6. Upright Row with Dumbbells 3 sets of 12 at 10 lbs in each hand Wednesdays: Chest & Back 1. Machine Bench Press 3 sets of 12 I start with 10lbs on each side and I increase to 20 lbs. This is light, but I go easy while pregnant and always have someone around (even on a machine) in case it doesn't feel right. 2. Row Machine 3 sets of 12 at around 30lbs 3. Pec-Deck Machine 3 sets of 12 around 15-20lbs 4. Hammer Strength machine 3 sets of 12 around 20lbs 5. Lat Pulldowns 3 sets of 12 around 15 lbs Fridays: Legs & Biceps 1. Squats with dumbells 3 sets of 12 with 10lbs (I am very careful and cognizant of my foot and belly placement). 2. Calf Machine Raises 3 sets of 12 with around 20 lbs 3. Bicep Curls 3 sets of 12 with around 10-15 lbs in each hand 4. Leg Adduction / Abduction Machine 3 sets of 12 of each motion. 5. Preacher Curl Machine 3 sets of 12 at 15-20 lbs 6. Leg Extension Machine 3 sets of 12 Extra Day: Outdoor Cardio Day Hiking/walking/swimming/etc
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haley
2/14/2018 10:17:53 am
your drive for working out now will totally help you bounce back once your body and Amelia is ready for it! I found it was so helpful for my mental and emotional health post baby to get outside again and do light workouts. You are doing such a good thing for the growing baby!
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Chelsie
2/18/2018 08:58:24 am
Aww, thank you so much, Haley! That encouragement means a lot!! <3
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