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Early Pregnancy and Exercise
Asked by N.A. from Dallas
on September 17, 2011
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I love working out and I do at least 4 times a week. Now that I am 5 weeks pregnant, I am not sure what is safe and what isn't. I am mainly concerned about abdominal w...
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- I am not an expert but am an avid exerciser and just had my 3rd child in 4 yrs in may :) I ran till I was 32 weeks with this one, did plyometrics till it felt uncomfy ...
- this is really a question you should be asking your OBGYN.
- you should not do anything that makes you lie flat on your back after a certain point. also, as long as you do things you are used to, they should be fine. i take ba...
Exercise Videos
Asked by A.C. from Houston
on December 29, 2009
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I've come to the conclusion that I'll never find the time or money to join the gym. My new plan is to rearrange my schedule and do it at home. I attended Jazzercise cl...
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- Have you tried your local library? A lot of them have dvds or videos to ck out now. If price isn't a concern you can always rent from netflix, they have a 2 wk free tr...
- I hear you! If you have cable/satellite check out Fit TV! I use my DVR to record several different fitness shows from Shimmy (belly dance fitness) to Yoga. I tend t...
- Jillian Michaels 30-Day Shred! It's a 20 minute workout with three levels and it kicks my butt! I don't care much for Jillian Michaels but the Shred is awesome! You...
Workout Video Recommendations?
Asked by S.M. from Spartanburg
on November 17, 2009
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Hi everyone! I'm in need of a good workout video. I currently walk 2 miles 4 or 5 times a week. I also have a Pilates ball work out I do twice a week (when time allows...
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- Taebo is good, Turbo Jam is great, Hip Hop Abs is okay. Yes, I have them all, and depending on how I'm feeling that day I'll try out either one. Its really hard to fin...
- Greetings S., I would recommend "Praisemoves". I have been doing this for 6yrs. Now I am a certified instructor. Please check out the website----Praisemoves.com ...
- The Firm series is very good,
Looking for Prenatal Exercise video/DVD
Asked by P. from Chicago
on April 6, 2006
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I am 18 weeks pregnant.Could any one of you suggest me a good prenatal exercise video/DVD.
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- I really enjoyed The Perfect Pregnancy Workout with Karyne Steben. Although Karyne was formerly with Cirque du Soleil (and amazingly flexible even pregnant), her work...
- Gaiam has a Prenatal Yoga DVD with Shiva Rhea (not sure if I spelled her name correctly) that is really good. My husband got it for me for Christmas and since then I'...
- Target sells a Pilates/Yoga dvd for pregnant moms. Check it out. You can go online and see all the different selections that they have.
Good Exercise Videos
Asked by J.K. from Casper
on July 24, 2008
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I'm thinking about starting a morning routine with exercise DVD's. Doea anyone have a tried and true workout DVD(s) that they can recommend? I'm in "fair" physical s...
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- Anything from 'The Firm' is very, very awesome...and there is a large selection of them so you won't get bored.
- I really love Cindy Crawford's workout. You really feel it when you don't do it for a while, or when you're starting out. But you really get more fit as time goes by...
- I would agree w/previous poster, I also like the "Firm" series of workouts, but some of those can be REALLY heavy on the leg and ab work, so if you aren't used to that...
Need Simple Exercise Equipment During Pregnancy!
Asked by A.H. from Dallas
on January 2, 2008
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I am only a few weeks pregnant , yay! (Keep fingers crossed!!!). I wanted to know if you ladies have used a simple exercise technic or equipment at home that really w...
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- My secret is taking my 2 y.o. to the park. I pull him in his wagon there and back so my arms get a mild work out. I do lunges as I push him on the swings, and step u...
- A., The butt and thigh master are GREAT! Also, try the Leslie Sansone in home walking tapes. You can also get one of those bicycle / pedal things that old people ...
- I know this is a couple of weeks late but I wanted to let you know of a great program for pre and post natal moms looking to get/stay in shape and get support from oth...
Finding Time and Ideas to Exercise
Asked by V.R. from St. Louis
on January 26, 2011
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I feel so out of shape, even though I am chasing my 2 little ones all day. I work part time 30+ hours a week in retail so I'm constantly on the move there. Then once...
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- get a pedometer and truly begin to measure how many steps you are taking. ..this is a good start.. now, once you know what you are doing already, then you can build fr...
- I exercise on my lunch break. In an hour, I can do 1/2 hour of cardio or weights, take a shower and be back at work. I'll be changing jobs within the next year and s...
- I second the Yoga at night - SO Relaxing ! and Pilates too !!! It's amazing how much doing these Tone your body and just make you FEEL GOOD !!!
Pregnancy Exercise Videos
Asked by J.B. from Kansas City
on November 1, 2007
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I am 12 weeks pregnant with my second child and as daylight savings time starts this weekend, I can no longer walk for exercise in the evenings. I do not get home fro...
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- Im sorry I have no suggestions for you but you mentioned that you gained 60 pounds with your first one and I did as well. I am trying to lose the weight still after a ...
- Invest in a treadmill. You will LOVE having it at home. Also if you have been lifting weights continue doing this. I used a heart rate monitor when I exercised when...
- If you have comcast cable tv, there is an exercise on demand option that has (or at least did the last I checked) prenatal workouts available. Otherwise, I recommend ...
Exercise - 7 Weeks Pregnant
Asked by J.Z. from Columbus
on March 22, 2010
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I have always been slim, but when I am pregnant I blow up (was 128 lbs when found out pregnant with my son and delivered at 205 lbs and 130 lbs when pregnant with daug...
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- Might want to get a copy of PAIN FREE WOMEN by Pete Egoscue. This will take you thru exercises for EACH trimester and keep you from those uncomfortable issues. I...
- Yeah...definitely no crunches...what about walking every day? I did aerobics while I was pregnant & just skipped any ab work. I think there's probably nothing you co...
- Lay on your side & make the top leg do scissors. Then flip to the other side & do it with the other leg. Good luck!
Need a Good Home-workout Video
Asked by M. from Cleveland
on January 24, 2007
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Hi Everyone!
This year I am keeping my New Year's resolution; get back into my pre-baby shape. I did some research on the YMCA, but the price doesn't fit my budge...
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- Hi M.! The only workout video I have ever stayed with for a long time is the Windsor Pilates. They focus on the abs and have a nice workout for the legs. It is most be...
- Hello M., I've found for me, someone who gains her weight in the mid-section and the "saddle-bags" that The Firm videos work great for me. I have seen them at my l...
- I also made that my new years resolution and use Kathy Smith's:workout you. It's amazing, it works on mainly ur abs and theirs three cds to it to work on everything on...
