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I kind of posted this on another board, but (re: working out, and kind of an AW)
I am proud of myself.
I've forced (or sometimes NOT forced) myself to exercise 3-4 days a week during the pregnancy. Some weeks I am really tired, others not so bad. With the exception of the very beginning, I have consistently worked out/exercised.
Thanks to the daily mile, I know I have logged over 3 hours of working out last week; over 13.5 miles (most elliptical at an incline & medium resistance; a couple miles max of walking) and 2, 30 minute strength/weight sessions.
Over the past 4 weeks though, it's about 37 miles (including todays) mostly on the elliptical, but sometimes w/ walking also, and on average 2 weight lifting/strength sessions a week.
My goal is to keep it up until at least 32 weeks...Ideally up to 35 weeks, but who knows how I will feel.
It just scares me that I've gained 25 lbs already and still have roughly 15 weeks to go (assuming I don't go early). What would it be if I wasn't working out!?!?!?
Re: I kind of posted this on another board, but (re: working out, and kind of an AW)
I know you've probably heard this already, but it is probably water weight. Are you swollen at all?
When I left the hospital after having R, I was so excited to weigh myself thinking I would be down at least 12-13lbs (he was 7lbs 15oz). I almost fell over when I had only lost 3lbs when in the hospital. Weight is such a weird thing during and shortly after giving birth.
Now 3 weeks out, I'm down over 20lbs (I gained just over 30). If your Dr isn't stressed about it then you shouldn't be either. I bet you will drop the weight very quickly after birth. I know of people who gained over 60lbs (who were very small prior to being pregnant) and they too dropped very quickly as well.
I don't think I am swollen- my doctor didn't seem to think so, either today. But, you could be right. Except for my butt and thighs, I didn't think water could be stored there
J- You are seriously an inspiration! I have worked out once in the last 10 weeks and convinced myself that it wasn't good for me (I was very short of breath). I promise I will try again starting next week!
As for the weight, I agree it could be water. But also you could be gaining more muscle since you've been so consistent with your weight training. And since you've stayed in shape I bet it will be much easier for you to lose after the birth.
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Jax,
That's an awesome accomplishment that you should be very proud of...I'm proud of you. If you keep up the way you're going, you shouldn't have to worry about losing or gaining.
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Hey, the instructor in my prenatal pilates DVD was 36 weeks at the time of filming. It amazes me that she's still so energetic and not at all out of breath. I think consistency is key. And I think you'll be able to keep working out as long as you want to. You're doing great!