Thankfully I was only a little sick and that didn't last long, but the first trimester was TIRING and left me feeling drained and unmotivated most the time.
Feeling like I can barely keep myself together had me wondering who the heck would want me as their own health and fitness coach?
BUT then I reminded of something.
I am not inspired by "perfect" individuals.
I am inspired by those that wake up everyday and keep trying to move forward regardless of their obstacles.
So that's what I have been trying to do!
I am taking it one step, one minute, one hour, and one day at a time.
I won't be throwing in the towel because I know I will be happiest if I am consistently trying to be better.
I have still been running my monthly challenge because I need that support and accountability more than ever and thank my lucky stars Beachbody came into my life to give me the tools, the knowledge, and the community I need to keep going.
I won't be throwing in the towel because I know I will be happiest if I am consistently trying to be better.
I have still been running my monthly challenge because I need that support and accountability more than ever and thank my lucky stars Beachbody came into my life to give me the tools, the knowledge, and the community I need to keep going.
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I also wanted to document what workouts have worked best for me since I have been pregnant! I didn't exercise AT ALL my first pregnancy, and my second was hit or miss. I wanted things to be different this time around. My doctor gave me the green light so I kept at it!
When I first found out, I was trying to finish up the last few weeks of 22 Minute Hard Corps, BUT it got to be too much once morning sickness and fatigue set in.
It was then that I had decided to switch to PiYo.
This program was PERFECT for the 1st trimester (it would be more difficult with a belly).
It is low impact and focused on strength and flexibility. I always felt SO good while I was done. Exercise is one way to relieve morning sickness and it definitely helped me! I looked forward to working out most days which is a BIG thing when you're pregnant and unmotivated.
(For more information about PiYo click HERE or reach out to me!)
Another thing I have still been using is Shakeology! I brought the ingredients into my Doctor and she approved me to use it AND replace it as my prenatal (WIN!!!)
It has helped with cravings, it gives me a much needed energy boost, AND when I was feeling morning sickness it actually helped RELIEVE that. It's been a LIFE SAVER for me and I know baby and I are getting the nutrients we need fro it.
(For info on Shakeology click HERE.)
Along with Shakeology, I have just been trying my best to eat clean and not give into EVERY SINGLE CRAVING I have. (There are many!)
There is definitely a noticeable difference when I am exercising and eating well vs. when I am not. I feel like that may be ONE reason this pregnancy has been easier on me this time around.
If you're pregnant and aren't sure what to do please send me a message! If your doctor has given you the green light to stay fit then I would love to help you on your journey as well :)
Stay tuned for a post about my 2nd trimester and what I've been doing at that stage soon! :)
