My, oh my, how pregnancy can change the regular work-out routine. It is not the easiest endeavor to go as hard as I am previously used to, yet I have found one way that actually allows me to get my heart rate up without causing any fears of what may be happening to my darling baby girl. Prenatal pilates > prenatal yoga. Yoga is soothing and an excellent way to come-down from the pilates burn a couple times a week, but for keeping up with any type of muscular care during pregnancy, I am screaming that pilates kicks butt, and I do mean that literally.

But, in my general guestimate, the prenatal workout routine of one’s choice will and should greatly depend on what shape your body was in before conceiving. It does seem that building up any sort of new stamina during pregnancy could cause some harm to you and the baby. I played tennis on average 3 days a week before becoming “a preggo.” Breaking a sweat is one of my favorite activities on earth, I crave it, I inspire it and I feel like a slothed out slug without doing so. If you just happen to only start concerning yourself with physical health matters during pregnancy, begin with WALKING. Walk like there is no tomorrow, but remember to watch that heart rate. All of the reading and research I have done as far as workouts during pregnancy say to stay within the boundaries of capably handling a conversation, never get so exerted you get lightheaded and be sure to stay HYDRATED. Dehydration is an exceptionally dangerous attribute during pregnancy.

And of course, I am curious as to what regimen you use to stay healthy throughout pregnancy. Feel free to share some thoughts with me and other readers so we can nab some ideas. We get just less than a year to do this pregnancy thing the right way (each time, obviously). And please remember to always consult with your physician regarding any fitness routine during your pregnancy!

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