Running and working out?

[BlueJayBabe]

Hi ladies, new to the board I just found out yesterday I'm pregnant. I had 3 BFPs! I can't see my doc till Tuesday though and was wondering if I can still run. I'm an avid runner - I run 4+ miles 5 or 6 days a week and do weight training every day as well. I've had one miscarriage 2 years ago and am scared of doing anything that may not be good for my pregnancy or cause another miscarriage.

Is it ok to continue running every day or maybe a few times a week? Running is so high impact that I'm worried it may not be ok. It will be hard to totally stop though as I really enjoy it, it keeps me in shape, healthy and makes me feel good. Also are there any workouts I should avoid?

Any advice?

Thanks!

 

[Try Rocking]

My doctor told me it was fine, as long as I was doing it before and I don't push myself or get overheated I'm good to go.

 

[Hope115]

I had been running before and lifting so i continued but at six weeks started bleeding so stopped and the bleeding stopped... Just found out at 10w3d i have a low-lying placenta so im thinking thats why... So only walking for me and not lifting anything over 20lbs. But if u have no problems u should be fine to continue but should prolly turn down the intensity... My doc said u should be able to talk and if r too outta breath to talk while working out... U r pushing too hard.

 

[allforthegirl]

Most Dr will say it is ok if you were doing it before, but sounds like you were doing a lot. If it were me I would just cut back a bit, just so not to put too much stress on my body as we are now doing more growing a little one inside us. Though staying active will help you keep your weight gain to a healthy number!!

 

[Hb.x]

The midwife told me pregnancy is a perfect time to exercise, but not to push myself, not to do anything strenuous or cycling as you're more likely to fall and make sure I can breathe normally throughout. She recommended swimming so as long as you take it easy you should be fine.

 

[jenniferttc1]

It's fine as ling as you did it before. If you did heavy weights I would probably lower that down as your not suppose to lift really heavy objects. I ran till 30 weeks with my son then just walked a few miles a day.

 

[ambert726]

I'm due one day before you!!!