Third Trimester Exercise?

Wow. 6.5 lbs? I had gained 30 at that point.

I found third trimester exercise difficult. I went to the gym but then found I was in too much pain to do weights. I walked, though. That was good. Not comfy, though. I swam. They say exercise is so important, but my goodness it's hard in the third trimester!!!!

Swimming is great!
When I was 7 months pregnant, I never wanted to leave the pool.
I could float and the pressure would be eased off my back.
Actually I was super buoyant.
Any time I tried to get under the water my belly would bob me back up to the top.
I love just laying back and floating an using my arms to change direction.
It was more comfortable the laying in bed.
Walking was tough for me.
My hips were loosening up and were grinding when I walked.
And my back would start aching if I was on my feet too long.
If you can find a pool and your doctor says it's alright, then spend as much time in it as you can.

Probably just to be on the safe side (since you're technically considered high-risk) you should clear it with your OB, but walking would probably be good and there's always prenatal yoga (not so much exercise, but still good for you!). I would think that a little bit of exercise would probably help with your energy levels, especially if you did it of a morning to get things moving for the day. :) Best of luck!

I so remember this...your body is doing a lot of work and burning a lot of energy with the baby...and yes, it is definitely more difficult when you are over 35. I was exhausted my entire pregnancy.

The best thing to do is listen to your body. Get more sleep, maintain some activity level (e.g., 30 mins of walking), and maintain a healthy diet. They all go together in providing the energy your body needs for the pregnancy. If you don't maintain some activity level, you will actually be more tired. If you don't eat a balanced diet with lots of protein and vegetables, you will be more tired. And, rest goes without saying.

3 more months to go...take this time to take care of yourself. Good luck!

Be sure you're getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated.

Find somene to walk with. Walk as much as you can every day. I walked every day, right up until I delivered, with both of my boys. I'm certain that being in shape made my recovery SO much easier.

I'm half way through my 2nd trimester & get pretty fatigued during my workouts. I have 2 stop & take breather quite a bit or go at a slower pace. Honestly, I don't feel I have any extra energy because of working out. I've been working out throughout my pregnancy, so who knows what I would feel like if I weren't working out.

Been there, carried that! I am a later-in-life mom who exercised regularly before pregancny and during. But like you, I was completely winded by my third trimester, even going up stairs was a challenge.

I still kept at it, in moderation. I recommend calling your doc and getting clearance for at least walking. I was also told to keep my heart rate below 140.

Good luck!

You poor thing! Yes, it's pretty normal and most people will say rest while you can! ;) But, yes, exercise will help your energy levels too. If possible try and get out and walk, but if it's too much, don't worry about it. Maybe trying to go to the gym and walk would be a good goal b/c it's a destination. I know that works better for me than just trying to walk around the block!

Just do what you can and don't worry about, and get plenty of rest! Be sure to eat healthy too. I know when you're tired, junk food sounds all that much better, but making sure you're getting your fruits and veg will help energy too! Good luck!

I did a morning workout with my first pregnancy until the day I delivered, but I still felt pooped a lot of the time.

I would suggest just a short walk, fresh air always makes me feel better!

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I had my daughter at 41. I was tired a lot during the first trimester, then trail running 3 - 5 miles a time into my 7th month, then was tired more during the third. I did get out to walk some pretty much every day, but I remember thinking swimming would be great, then not having the energy to get to the pool... I did do a Prenatal Yoga tape some days, and that was nice and relaxing. The last couple of weeks, I had to sit down any and every chance I had.

Rest when you need to, but if you feel like your tiredness is beyond normal, you might want to talk with your midwife about it.

I was considered high risk for the same reason and I did the elliptical through out my pregnancy. With my first my water broke about an hour after I came back from the gym. With my second I went to the gym on Friday and my water broker on Sunday morning. I did get slower and slower. Just do what you can and what feels comfortable. I don't know that I would do anything outside ...I wanted to be near a bathroom.

Have you checked with your doctor? Are you on vitamins? Have you gained a lot of weight?

Even though I was 38 with my second, I was active before pregnancy so it wasn't a problem to stay active during pregnancy. I don't remember ever feeling so lazy and exhausted, sorry!

I would definitely check with your doctor before starting any kind of exercise other than walking.

Good luck!

I'm 32 weeks pregnant. I consider walking up and down my stairs multiple times a day, and keeping up with my two kids, my exercise. I did kick boxing till about week 17 of this pregnancy (when it became uncomfortable). I know I should be exercising now, walking or something, I did with my other two pregnancies, but I am so tired there is just no way in hell I'm doing anything more than what I need to do!

I'm 40, btw. I was doing research the other day, adn this exhaustion seems to be normal. I just don't remember it with my other two pregnancies....

You may be anemic, which is common in pregnancy. Don't push yourself when you exercise when you are pregnant. If it hurts STOP, if you feel like you can't do it anymore STOP. Talk to your OB or midwife about how you are feeling. Being technically high risk is the same thing as being high risk; the important thing is to take good care of yourself and your baby, not to be super in shape right now.

I dragged myself to prenatal yoga about three times p/ week and walked in the evenings - granted I'm in So Ca so it was possible in winter. Even though I felt dog tired, I know it helped with overall energy level, sleeping well and feeling strong in delivery. And don't forget your kegels. Good for both delivery and recovery: )