I usually do weighted squats in my workout routine. Now that I am pregnant, I am wondering if it's safe to continue them or if I should stop. Any advice on this?
Yaar, in this 3rd trimester, even getting up from the bed feels like a heavy squat, haha! I would suggest skipping heavy weights and just doing normal squats if u have energy. Don't push too hard, your body is already working 24/7.
It's really nice that you want to stay active. Just listen to your body and keep the weights light if you feel any strain. Soft, slow movements are the best right now.
Ghar ke kaam karte hue already itna physical task ho jata hai, extra heavy weights uthane ki kya zaroorat hai. Simple free squats and walking are enough for normal delivery. Rest is always better than overdoing things.
I worked till my 9th month and honestly, I didn't have time for heavy gym workouts. I stuck to normal bodyweight squats and brisk walks. If u want to do weighted ones, better ask your gynac first as they know your body's strength.
Since mine was an IVF pregnancy, I was super careful about everything and completely avoided heavy weights. Every pregnancy is different, so please discuss this with your specialist before starting any heavy lifting. Gentle movements are always safer.
In my hospital, the prenatal experts strictly advised against lifting heavy weights without supervision. I would highly suggest booking a session with a physiotherapist at your hospital to get a customized routine that is safe for u.
