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My doctor told me to do whatever is comfortable, but walking and swimming and yoga are best. I am a zumba instructor and I usually do that about 1-2 times per week but I take it down A LOT because I am tired, sore and not as agile. She told me to try not to do the elliptical much after 20 weeks and to just listen to your body. I am just about 11 weeks but I definitely just do not feel as comfortable or have as much energy as I used to.

That question is probably best directed at your doctor or midwife since everyone is different. I don't "exercise" per se. but I do a lot of very brisk walking while at work 3 days a week. You really should talk to your doctor about what's safe(lifting limits, etc...) because it's my understanding that while pregnant you have to lighten your load at least a little bit. Unless you're high risk, I don't think anyone would tell you you have to stop but you should talk to someone about what's safe, congratulations!

I used the elliptical 3 to 4 days a week for 30 mins at pace were I could still talk until 27 weeks and then my pelvis started doing funky things so I switched to prenatal yoga 30 mins 5 days a week plus I chase my 2 yr old all over every day. I always make sure not to push myself too hard so my heart rate doesnt get too high and if I am especially tired or hurting that day I take it easy; I either do really light stretching or no exercise at all.