What can I do to get a bit fitter at 25 weeks pregnant

[osterleymama]

I piled on 5 stone in my last pregnancy going from 10 stone to 15. I lost 4 in the 18 months between pregnancies and now my weight feels like its going on fast again. I had borderline GD with my first and have tested negative so far but they'll test again at 28 weeks. I am not exercising apart from running after DS but would like to start, I have SPD and think controlling my weight might stop this getting worse. I also think the weight goes on because I control my weight normally by dieting (low carb/latest fad) every few months if it creeps out of my comfort zone and I obviously don't want to do that pregnant. Does anyone have any advice? I do avoid junk mostly but have trouble with portion control and seem to be constantly hungry. Maybe more protein?

[Babygirlpw]

Hi Osterley. Glad you enjoyed the class

[AGiraffeOnTheDivingBoard]

I think I will. It's round the corner.... I have no excuse!

[osterleymama]

It's a bit of aerobics but your sitting on a giant ball the whole of the cardio bit and doing things with your arms and legs to work up a sweat. Then we did squats using the ball as back support against a wall, then some weights, stability stuff, stretches and a cool down. I managed it comfortably and am way out of shape!

The intro class is free so might be worth checking it out to see if it's for you.

[AGiraffeOnTheDivingBoard]

Maternally fit - what sort of exercise class is it? I'm not keen on aerobics!

I've got the Pregnancy Pilates DVD 10 minute solution - I can't do some exercises because of sore pelvis (I get a mild SPD) but most I can do and really like it. You can feel it the next day so definitely doing something!

I put on a lot of weight in previous 2 pregnancies so 3rd time round I'm being really strict and it's absolutely no treats - no chocolate, biscuits, curries, crisps - and limiting fruit as well to avoid fructose. I've still put on 20 pounds already and am 24 weeks and getting looks when I tell them I'm due 1st December...! I find pregnancy and keeping fit hard - when I'm not pregnant I can control my weight so find being pregnant tough.

Swimming Ok if I avoid breast stroke. Fit flops good if you're walking so you've got extra cushioning and your pelvis won't feel stiff and suffer the next day.

[osterleymama]

Just wanted to say I tried maternally fit and agree they are great. Run by physios so perfect for SPD. Just signed up for 10 classes and text my pregnant friends in my enthusiasm.

[Babygirlpw]

Great. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do

[SrirachaGirl]

Walk, walk, walk...as much time as you can afford. Swimming and recumbent bike are brilliant too (three DCs). Good Luck .

[osterleymama]

I've googled maternally fit and they run a class in chiswick which is near me. Thanks again! Trying them on Tuesday.

[osterleymama]

I'm in west London, thanks for the tip I'll check it out.

[Babygirlpw]

It's called maternally fit. They've got a website. The women that run it are great.

[PricklyPickle]

Babygirlpw Would you mind telling me where your class is? I live in South East London and can't find anything.

[WinkyWinkola]

I too put on 2.5 stone with each of my pgcies.

This time (dc4), we have a dog. He's still a puppy but I walk him for at least 30-40 mins every day.

I cannot believe the difference it has made. Except of course having 3 other dcs to keep me on my toes might also well be a factor!

[Babygirlpw]

Have you done a local search. I'm in South London and have found an excellent antenatal class. It involves the gym balls and weights. Lots of different exercises working legs, bums, arms etc. but I must admit its the only one I could find near me.

[osterleymama]

Thanks, I can't swim but my physio said even moving in water is good for SPD so will start taking DS to splash about.

[HaggisNeepsTatties]

Why=what!

[HaggisNeepsTatties]

This is why i'm doing...
Swimming (though may want to avoid breast stroke if you've got SPD)
Walking
Pregnancy Yoga