We
sat and chatted over lunch at our local health club about our new
projects. And I asked her some questions about what women can do during
pregnancy and after to be fit and healthy.
In today's blog we're talking fitness, during and after pregnancy.
Q –
As far as exercise, what do you recommend during pregnancy?
A –
“Just move!” Don’t think about how horrible you feel, just show up,
and do it! You’ll feel better during and after, and simply for the reason
you are doing something great for your and your baby!
jacket, Athleta (old, similar here) | pants, Champion @ Target | sneaks, Nike | bag, Lululemon (old, similar here)
Q –
After pregnancy, what is the best cardio exercise to help you lose those
pregger pounds?
A –
Interval training. Take for instance the elliptical… Set your
resistance & incline at a challenging level (she recommended a 4
for incline, and 5-6 for resistance once you are warmed up). Warm up
2 min., then sprint for 20 seconds, pace for 10 seconds (sprint & pace like
this 8 times), then pace for 2 mins. Repeat 2 sets like this.
Also resistance training will work off pregnancy pounds. Full body
combination exercises with resistance are great with bouts of cardio in
between.
What's in my gym bag? Water bottle | ipod/iphone case | antibacterial hand lotion | tennis ball (loosens tense shoulders) | kleenex |workout journal & exercise plan | cosmetic bag (filled with girl stuff) | lock for locker
Q –
What are some other basic things women can do to feel healthy?
A –
Get good rest! Which is hard sometimes with all the things we have to do
each day, plus take care of our children. The sleep factor is very
important. It helps you lose weight, and feel good. If your baby is
up in the middle of the night and sleeps during the day, commit to getting in
good sleep breaks along with your baby!
Hugs to Dani for sharing her thoughts and time for the Lulu
interview. We will have more interviews and events to share with Dani and
MommyFit in the future. You can also find Simply Lulu Style, Fashion
Fridays on the MommyFit Facebook page (here).
simply yours,
XO - Lulu
You look great, hot mama! How is it possible that you have twins?! Following you now. Happy to have found each other!
ReplyDeleteThank you Alison! My twins were big too. Let's just say, no more babes for me :) Take care! XO - Lulu
DeleteYou look amazing! :) I will have to keep this in mind once I start thinking about having kids!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by! I love your blog! I'm your newest follower. Keep in touch!
xo - Sheila
www.sheislovelyblog.com
Thank you Sheila! All the best! XO - Lulu
DeleteThanks Lauren! Yes, I'll be stepping up my workout gear after the new year!
ReplyDeleteGreat tips! Staying in shape is oh so important for SO many reasons. Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog :)
ReplyDeletexo, Amy
itwasloveat.blogspot.com
Love this - very motivational for me! :) Thanks for visiting and following my blog - now your newest follower! xo
ReplyDeleteBrooke