When I found out I was having twins, I wondered how it would effect my workout routine and how huge I would get! I decided to continue working out as I had before (I did the same with my 1st pregnancy), because I know that staying in shape during pregnancy helps subside many symptoms and helps with labor. Thanks to growing up playing sports, exercising is something I truly love and is a must for my sanity and stress level. I'm a lover of group classes because they are quick, you don't have to think because someone tells you what to do, and the music distracts me from the pain. Here's a quick recap of my workout routine during my twin pregnancy.

1st Trimester:

Prior to becoming pregnant I would do Zumba and Body Pump (weight lifting class) at my local gym down the street. Once I hit the first trimester I lost a ton of enery and felt fatigued often (thankfully no morning sickness or throwing up). Finding the energy to work out was tough, but I didn't hold myself to any specific goals. I worked out when I physically felt able, and I made sure to focus on my core while I still could!

 

2nd Trimester:

I regained my energy, and really enjoyed exercising during this time. I continued with Body Pump classes but cut out Zumba, because my stomach and back did not like the bouncing around. I replaced Zumba with walking (I'm not a runner). I would walk around my neighborhood or at my office during breaks usually 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time. I loved this time to relax and enjoy a podcast. Do you listen to podcasts while working out? I wouldn't be able to do it if I was running because I would need something more upbeat and motivating, but I'm a hug fan of the power walking + podcast combo. Time seriously flies by! By the end of my second trimester I gained a total of 30 lbs.

 

 

3rd Trimester:

My last Body Pump class was at 28 weeks. I didn't stop because I couldn't handle it anymore, I just didn't have the time with the holidays and ended up always missing because I was out of town or had some event (they only offered it twice a week).  Once I hit 30 weeks, I decided not to go anymore because I was feeling very uncomfortable. I did take a few PureBarre classes at a new location that opened up near my home, and I really enjoyed them! Unfortunately, I had to stop after a few classes, because I was having to modify way too much and I hated missing out on all the core work. 

I mainly focused on walking, household chores, and playing with my son during the third trimester.  Getting Turner ready for school, giving him baths, picking him up multiple times a day, and playing soccer/football with him wore me out and have kept me moving....a lot! The photo below is of a mile walk I took with Alex and Turner when I was 1 day shy of 35 weeks. Boy, it was hard. I definitely felt the pressure in my back and feet of the extra 43 lbs I was carrying.