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I don’t usually include pictures with my posts, but here’s my first baby bump picture doing one of the things I love the most.
I had the urge to get out on my mountain bike this weekend. Actually, it was more of a MUST than simply an urge!
My husband and I originally set out on biking [...]

The “they” people say that the average weight gain during pregnancy: 35 pounds. Or so.
Yes, weight gain is part of pregnancy. Another rite of passage so to speak. But honestly, it’s a concern among many pregnant women, leading to: What if I gain too much? How long will it take me to get it off? [...]

My exercise program is picking up as I’ve been feeling a little bit better (not feeling so pukey as much) and not as exhausted.
But my heart rate quickly shoots up. I’m calling myself a little red corvette: but instead of  going from 0 to 60 in 4.2 seconds, my heart rate will get jacked up [...]

The recommended daily dose of caffeine for pregnant women ranges from 150-300 mg per day. But overall, the “they people” advise that we should totally cut it out of our diets.
Pre-pregnancy, I would drink anywhere from 2-4 cups of caffeine a day: mixing my jolts of liquid energy between coffee and green tea.
When I found [...]

Gasp! Yes, I’m approximately 9 weeks along now.
And with that, I’ve decided that my blog, in addition to the regular health & fitness posts, will feature insights from my pregnancy: my prenatal exercise regimen, diet, etc. on top of pregnancy health & fitness tips.
I wasn’t going to share my news until I couldn’t hide it [...]

I’ve been asked this question frequently: Should I or Can I Exercise While I’m Pregnant?
The answer is a big HECK YEAH!
I’m currently working with a client who’s main motivation is to get in the best shape she can before she gets pregnant. I find that very admirable. And she doesn’t plan to stop exercising after [...]