33 weeks and going strong! Not much has changed over the week besides the growth of my STOMACH! Mamma mia. I didn't realize how big it was until I looked at the picture above! :)
As I have approached the home stretch we are gearing up for the final weeks! I have decided to take this upcoming weekend to meal prep for post delivery. I hear the last thing you want to do post baby is cook. I figured if I have meals already pre-made and frozen, life will be a tad bit easier. Maybe? I will post what recipes I used next week. I wanted to swing back around to the beginning and talk about the benefits of exercising while pregnant. I still feel like it is underestimated and the more you know the better!! EXERCISE CAN HELP DECREASE OR PREVENT: Constipation Back Pain Gestation diabetes Pregnancy-induced hypertension Pelvic and Rectal pressure Swelling Leg cramps Nausea Varicose veins Insomnia Fatigue Surgical or medical interventions during delivery Urinary Incontinence Postpartum weight retention Anxiety Depression EXERCISE CAN HELP INCREASE OR IMPROVE: Cardiovascular fitness Circulation Muscular strength and endurance Mood states Functional capacity Self-esteem Energy levels during pregnancy Sense of well-being Posture and bio-mechanics Recovery time Need any more reason? Exercising is one of the BEST things you could do for yourself AND your baby while pregnant. If you find yourself too tired or achy to hit the gym, try and at least going for a 30 minute walk around your neighborhood. Movement gets the blood flowing and will help sooth the body. Until next time! 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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