I officially hit 20 weeks this past Saturday and boy was that exciting! I can't believe I am half way there! We also found out the gender this past week at our 20 week anatomy scan (which went really well and the baby is healthy). and we found out we are having a baby GIRL! Which is wonderful news. I had a feeling since I was having every old wives tale in the book that pointed to a girl! I guess there IS some truth there! :) Let's talk about that one point in pregnancy that just hits you and you realize your body is totally changing!! I'm pretty sure I POPPED over the past 2 weeks. I also felt the baby kick for the first time as well! I think it took a while for me to feel it because I didn't really know what I was trying to feel. It felt like someone was blowing bubbles in my tummy. I have to say, she looves moving right when I am about to take a nap or go to bed! Typical. Things are getting more awkward when it comes to movement. I tried on new gym shoes the other day at the store and it was so uncomfortable bending forward and tying the shoes! I had to swing my leg out to the side! I can't even imagine how hard that will be once I'm bigger! Ek! WORKOUTS: I am still going strong on the workouts. I hit hamstrings today. I have been noticing though that I have to ease back on weight when I do legs and that is mostly to prevent leg cramping the following day. I have been doing lighter weights and higher reps. I did do squats and dead-lifts with the barbell today and it felt so nice to get in some good lifts! I do have to mention that exercising everyday (Monday- Sunday) is not always easy. I don't always want to jump up and workout. I do know though that if I don't keep myself healthy then I am not only putting my health on the line but the baby's as well. Exercising while pregnant is highly encouraged by doctors because it can help prevent gestational diabetes and hypertension but can also help aid in labor. Not to mention, post baby it will be easier to get your body back! NUTRITION: Nutrition has been decent. I am still tracking all my macros on my fitness pal to make sure I am eating the right things and the right amounts. I am most likely going to do this throughout the pregnancy. I think this also helps with keeping the weight gain steady. I have had the same craving throughout this pregnancy and that has been fruit (another reason why I thought I was having a girl). Recently, I have been craving almond milk. Other than that, things are about the same. I typically have 1 cup of coffee a day with 1/2 cup of almond milk and drink about 4 liters of water. As far as food goes, I eat around 100-120g of protein (it's a wider range than normal because I am listening to my body more), around 150g-165g carbs (not counting veggies) and around 50-60g of fat. Again, this is roughly what I eat and I don't always track it 110%. My goals aren't to loose weight or maintain obviously, I am just doing this to make sure I am on track to have a healthy pregnancy (within my power). If you have questions or comments please comment below or email me at [email protected] Cristina
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AuthorCristina Panagopoulos is the owner and founder of CW Physique, an in-home personal training and nutrition company. She has been in the fitness industry for over a decade and loves helping others transform their lives. She is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a personal trainer and metabolic coach along with American Fitness Professionals & Associates certified Nutrition and Wellness Consultant. Over the years, Cristina gained specialty certifications through the American Council of Exercise for Orthopedic Exercise and Pre and Post Natal Exercising. Cristina started this blog as a casual and personal journey through her experiences of pregnancy and later on motherhood. She wants to educate females on proper fitness and nutrition who are going through pregnancy and motherhood. For more information, please email Cristina directly at [email protected] Archives
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