3/9/17
Woo! I met up with my friend Amy and we ran last night! It was my first run in several weeks and I feel sooooo much more like myself now!
We did 3 miles because I want to run more this week and didn't want to push it after having such a long break off. It was very slow, about 12 minute miles, with plenty of walking, but damn it felt good!!
Much of what I have read about exercise while pregnant is:
to me that means, listen to your body. Don't worry about the numbers/distance/other people. If your body feels like it needs a break, you got to listen to it. Your body is working so much harder because it's CREATING A HUMAN, so 'easier' activities will still give you the same benefit as a much more intense workout.
Even while doing hard work, you should be able to carry on a conversation. I know, I know, then you really aren't working so hard, right? Well, at this point, the less O2 you are breathing, the less O2 the baby is getting. That puts it into perspective.
This one is a little less founded for me, but it plays off the other two. It's also harder for me as when I get to running, my HR stays at about 150. Last night was no different. I just worked on monitoring it better and letting it drop during walking breaks.
Last night I was pretty sore, so my plan today is to foam roll and use a myofasical stick to work out any left over acid. I'm supposed to have a busier than usual work day so I'll have to be creative as to how I get it done!
***Y'all know what sounds good? Carrot cake with a cup of coffee. Just sayin'.***
Woo! I met up with my friend Amy and we ran last night! It was my first run in several weeks and I feel sooooo much more like myself now!
We did 3 miles because I want to run more this week and didn't want to push it after having such a long break off. It was very slow, about 12 minute miles, with plenty of walking, but damn it felt good!!
Much of what I have read about exercise while pregnant is:
1. Focus on feel
to me that means, listen to your body. Don't worry about the numbers/distance/other people. If your body feels like it needs a break, you got to listen to it. Your body is working so much harder because it's CREATING A HUMAN, so 'easier' activities will still give you the same benefit as a much more intense workout.
2. Be able to talk
Even while doing hard work, you should be able to carry on a conversation. I know, I know, then you really aren't working so hard, right? Well, at this point, the less O2 you are breathing, the less O2 the baby is getting. That puts it into perspective.
3. Keep heart rate (HR) at 140 or below
This one is a little less founded for me, but it plays off the other two. It's also harder for me as when I get to running, my HR stays at about 150. Last night was no different. I just worked on monitoring it better and letting it drop during walking breaks.
Last night I was pretty sore, so my plan today is to foam roll and use a myofasical stick to work out any left over acid. I'm supposed to have a busier than usual work day so I'll have to be creative as to how I get it done!
***Y'all know what sounds good? Carrot cake with a cup of coffee. Just sayin'.***
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