Exercise: Toddler
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Exercise in Pregnancy
Asked by L.R. from Boston
on July 4, 2009
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Hi all:
I have a question for all of you active moms out there. Currently, I'm almost 16 weeks pregnant. This is my second pregnancy and most of the morning sickn...
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- Hey L., I agree with Carey S. You should speak with your doc first. I have to say, though, that what has been good for other moms, isn't necessarily what will be g...
- Hello and congrats! Before becoming pregnant I was VERY active, doing cardio every day and weights every other - I was very in shape. My doctor didn't have much to say...
- Hi L., if you have run marathons you know your body very well, but you are also able to shut its signals out (to survive the last 5 miles....). So use the first abi...
Workout Motivation
Asked by T.R. from Tulsa
on April 18, 2011
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I'm 5'10'' and before baby I weighed about 150. I gained 55pounds with my pregnancy, and by the time my son was 6 months I had lost those 55punds. But things weren't...
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- I used to crave sweets all the time too. I know how hard it can be, but try to cut the junky sweets out. Get them out of the house, your desk, etc. After the first ...
- the only way to not crave the sweets is to totally eliminate them from your diet. Try reading Sugar Busters! or look into the South Beach Diet. As for the motivation...
- I just wanted to say I am in the same boat that you are. I especially crave sweets at night right before I go to bed(the WORST possible time!). I have been good about ...
Pregnancy Workout Video
Asked by J.W. from Seattle
on May 6, 2008
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Hello!
I am looking for a prenatal workout video and I was hoping that you could give me some suggestions. I've already got a yoga one that I like fairly well (now...
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- Erin O'Brien's dvd is pretty good. She's the wife of James Denton (Mike, the plumber from Desperate Housewives). And for a bonus, he makes an appearance! =)
- Try NIA, yoga is not that great as when you streach you kind of "pushing" the baby to turn. Too many turns is not that good.
- I've been using Lisa Hart's "Fit Mama" I used it with my daughter and now with my second. It is easy to follow. Some moves have 1, 2 and 3rd trimester variations. ...
How Do You Fit Exercise In?
Asked by K.G. from San Francisco
on March 22, 2010
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I am desperatly trying to get rid of 30 pounds. I have lost only 5 pounds and 8 inches in the last 5 weeks. I'm getting discouraged. I have completely changed the way ...
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- First off: 5lbs in 5 weeks & 8 inches is KILLER. Good job! and that's weight that will STAY off (and hopefully the 8 inches means you've actually lost a LOT more weigh...
- I have 3 kids and exercising at home just does not work for me , I go to a gym that has childcare. My eldest goes to school all day and my middle goes to preschool unt...
- I love Jillian Michaels (Biggest Loser) 30 Day Shred workout DVD. It's 30 min (warm up to cool down) and a great work out. It's 3 levels and when I went from level o...
Exercise After Pregnancy..
Asked by V.J. from Pine Bluff
on January 16, 2012
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I never worked out or really did much of any kind of exercise before I got pregnant but now after having my second child I would like my flat belly back again.. But no...
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- As others have stated, focus on recovery from the pregnancy. Three weeks is definitely too soon. I understand your exercise enthusiasm and went through the same thing....
- I assume you had vaginal delivery which makes a big difference in what you can and should do before 6 month mark post partum. Most of us are extremely out of shape a...
- If you didn't have much of a regimine before, baby step it. If you're nursing, you need to be sure you up the water intake when you do start training. Excercise increa...
Lack of Stamina/ Muscle Soreness After Exercise During Pregnancy
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on July 27, 2010
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I have noticed that my muscles are so sore after I work out, even since very early on in my pregnancy (started about 12 weeks). Before pregnancy, I ran about 2-3 mile...
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- Um... you're pregnant? ;) Your body is changing everyday... respect the changes. Do what works for you.. try yoga or another form of exercise. I know some Mom's ...
- I blame it on the change in circulation. Our hearts are pumping nearly twice as much blood now. I know I get winded just walking up the stairs at work. It's pathetic! ...
- You are pregnant. Every pregnancy is different. It's entirely possible that your body just can't renew as quickly, so your muscles stay "torn" from the work out long...
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,
Lower Body Workout During Pregnancy
Asked by K.T. from Charlotte
on May 15, 2009
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I am interested some exercises that will help tone my thighs, hips, and butt during my pregnacy. Any suggestions!
I have been doing squats, lunges, and a lot of wa...
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- I agree: squats, lunges, and also bridges are great!! I'm not in SC, but look into a type of mommy class if you can. I LOVE my Stroller Fit group and I know ther...
- ZUMBA...find a class in your area at Zumba.com. low-impact Latin cardio dance and you will wiggle you hips and have so much fun. Best workout around. C.
- squats and lunges are two excellent ones for lower body.
Underweight 13 Month Old, I Did Have IUGR During Pregnancy.
Asked by S.D. from Los Angeles
on June 8, 2008
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I have a beautiful 13 month old baby girl. The only concern that I have is that she is very small in size for her age. She's only 13 and a half pounds. Height wise s...
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- It sounds like you're doing all the right tests; just concentrate on making sure her diet is meeting her caloric needs (and get with a nutritionist if needed), lots of...
- While my daughter wasn't that small, she was very petite for a long time. SHe is 2.5 now and 27 lbs. Just make sure she has planty of snacks available and as long as s...
- My daughter is 13 months old and at her 12 month appointment she weighed in at a barely 17lbs. My doctor didn't seem to concerned because she was also very tall for he...
Exercise During Pregnancy
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on January 26, 2010
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I am a runner, and ran about 3 miles 4 times per week before my pregnancy, however, in the late stages I am realizing that running is not an option for me. What exerc...
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- I did swimming, and took an "Athletic Training" class at 24Hr Fitness. Maybe you have a gym with a similar class. I loved this class b/c it focused on core muscle ba...
- Pilates, yoga and swimming. Congratulations to you, and enjoy your new baby!
- I had to stop running at about 7 months because I carried my son so far in front of me, I couldn't keep my balance well enough. Previous to that I had started deep wa...
