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Pregnancy Training: What I Didn’t Know
An Athlete’s Perspective
It’s a common misconception that you have to stop exercising when you’re pregnant. This is not the case! Here are some of the things I’ve learned from my own personal pregnancy training journey.
The Truth About "Morning Sickness" and Pregnancy Training
The first thing I realized is that "morning sickness" is a misnomer. It can last the whole day and night for the first 2-3 months of your pregnancy. Why do they even call it morning sickness? It should be renamed "All day sickness".
Luckily, I figured out some tricks that helped me feel better and maintain my pregnancy training routine. The more frequently I ate, the better I felt. It was challenging to shift from three big main meals to smaller amounts every 90-120 minutes. Mentally, it was tough to eat even when I wasn't that hungry, but it helped me stay on track with my pregnancy training.
A New Level of Fatigue During Pregnancy Training
The fatigue you experience during pregnancy training is unlike anything I've ever felt before. I've completed several long endurance challenges in my life, but never have I encountered this kind of tiredness. I'd close my eyes for what felt like a few minutes, only to find that two hours had passed.
My "Ultrahuman Ring," which records sleep data, revealed shockingly little deep sleep. Normally, I would average 90 minutes of deep sleep per night, compared to just 10-15 minutes during my first months of pregnancy. No wonder I was knocked out on the sofa all afternoon, making pregnancy training sessions a real challenge.
Balancing Training Intensity and Pregnancy
As an athlete, figuring out training intensity during pregnancy was a real challenge. How hard is too hard when it comes to pregnancy training? I've spent my whole life setting athletic goals and working towards them, so it was difficult to shift my mindset from training with a purpose to just exercising.
But that's not entirely accurate – the purpose of my pregnancy training has simply changed to delivering a healthy baby. Still, that mental shift wasn't easy to make. I love training and pushing myself hard in sessions, and I didn't want to give it all up. It's what I enjoy about pregnancy training, after all.
So, I did some research to set guidelines on what intensity would be okay for my pregnancy training routine. A study on elite athletes who trained during pregnancy suggests that exercise intensity over 90% of maximal heart rate might negatively impact fetal well-being. This became my ceiling – if I get close to 180BPM (which is 90% for me), I ease off and give my body time to calm down.
Final Thoughts
I want to emphasize that this is my personal pregnancy training story, not advice for other mothers-to-be. Do your own research and consult with your healthcare provider about your pregnancy training plan. If you're interested in reading more on this subject, check out this study.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9703311/
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
We are taking a break over this period! Speciality Classes will be back on Monday the 6th of January!
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
The Coffee Run
Our social coffee run which also doubles up as our tempo run! Every week we meet, get the run done and then sit after for a coffee and catch up. Anyone is welcome!
Brief time: 5:54am Start Time: 5:59am
Start Location : Common Grounds
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Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai. This week will be full of festive cheer, as we welcome the 12 days of Christmas Workout.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
The Coffee Run
Our social coffee run which also doubles up as our tempo run! Every week we meet, get the run done and then sit after for a coffee and catch up. This week we tempo for 2024 and 2025. Anyone is welcome!
Brief time: 5:54am Start Time: 5:59am
Start Location : Common Grounds
Group Run
Join us for the last long run of the year!
6:59am start from InnerFight
Arabian Ranches, some options below:
14KM route
https://onthegomap.com/s/rumgtank
17.7KM Route
https://onthegomap.com/s/k0pf9rn7
24.5KM Route
https://onthegomap.com/s/kcfrehfc
Location: InnerFight
Monday:
Strength:
A) Build to a 4min Max Back Squat
B) Build to a Max Sumo Deadlift
Conditioning:
20 back Squat
1 mile Run
Tuesday:
Some work in the machines to get you nice and tired. Mikko
Wednesday:
Christmas Day Workout One Class Only 8 am!
Thursday:
Boxing Day Workout One Class Only 8 am!
Friday:
A Partner workout to end the week with a bang!
It’s a common misconception that you have to stop exercising when you’re pregnant. This is not the case! Here are some of the things I’ve learned from my own personal pregnancy training journey.
The Truth About "Morning Sickness" and Pregnancy Training
The first thing I realized is that "morning sickness" is a misnomer. It can last the whole day and night for the first 2-3 months of your pregnancy. Why do they even call it morning sickness? It should be renamed "All day sickness".
Luckily, I figured out some tricks that helped me feel better and maintain my pregnancy training routine. The more frequently I ate, the better I felt. It was challenging to shift from three big main meals to smaller amounts every 90-120 minutes. Mentally, it was tough to eat even when I wasn't that hungry, but it helped me stay on track with my pregnancy training.
A New Level of Fatigue During Pregnancy Training
The fatigue you experience during pregnancy training is unlike anything I've ever felt before. I've completed several long endurance challenges in my life, but never have I encountered this kind of tiredness. I'd close my eyes for what felt like a few minutes, only to find that two hours had passed.
My "Ultrahuman Ring," which records sleep data, revealed shockingly little deep sleep. Normally, I would average 90 minutes of deep sleep per night, compared to just 10-15 minutes during my first months of pregnancy. No wonder I was knocked out on the sofa all afternoon, making pregnancy training sessions a real challenge.
Balancing Training Intensity and Pregnancy
As an athlete, figuring out training intensity during pregnancy was a real challenge. How hard is too hard when it comes to pregnancy training? I've spent my whole life setting athletic goals and working towards them, so it was difficult to shift my mindset from training with a purpose to just exercising.
But that's not entirely accurate – the purpose of my pregnancy training has simply changed to delivering a healthy baby. Still, that mental shift wasn't easy to make. I love training and pushing myself hard in sessions, and I didn't want to give it all up. It's what I enjoy about pregnancy training, after all.
So, I did some research to set guidelines on what intensity would be okay for my pregnancy training routine. A study on elite athletes who trained during pregnancy suggests that exercise intensity over 90% of maximal heart rate might negatively impact fetal well-being. This became my ceiling – if I get close to 180BPM (which is 90% for me), I ease off and give my body time to calm down.
Final Thoughts
I want to emphasize that this is my personal pregnancy training story, not advice for other mothers-to-be. Do your own research and consult with your healthcare provider about your pregnancy training plan. If you're interested in reading more on this subject, check out this study.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9703311/
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
The Coffee Run
Our social coffee run which also doubles up as our tempo run! Every week we meet, get the run done and then sit after for a coffee and catch up. Anyone is welcome!
Brief time: 5:54am Start Time: 5:59am
Start Location : Common Grounds
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai. This week will be full of festive cheer, as we welcome the 12 days of Christmas Workout.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
The Coffee Run
Our social coffee run which also doubles up as our tempo run! Every week we meet, get the run done and then sit after for a coffee and catch up. This week we tempo for 2024 and 2025. Anyone is welcome!
Brief time: 5:54am Start Time: 5:59am
Start Location : Common Grounds
Group Run
Join us for the last long run of the year!
6:59am start from InnerFight
Arabian Ranches, some options below:
14KM route
https://onthegomap.com/s/rumgtank
17.7KM Route
https://onthegomap.com/s/k0pf9rn7
24.5KM Route
https://onthegomap.com/s/kcfrehfc
Location: InnerFight
Monday:
Strength:
A) Build to a 4min Max Back Squat
B) Build to a Max Sumo Deadlift
Conditioning:
20 back Squat
1 mile Run
Tuesday:
Some work in the machines to get you nice and tired. Mikko
Wednesday:
Christmas Day Workout One Class Only 8 am!
Thursday:
Boxing Day Workout One Class Only 8 am!
Friday:
A Partner workout to end the week with a bang!
We are taking a break over this period! Speciality Classes will be back on Monday the 6th of January!
It’s a common misconception that you have to stop exercising when you’re pregnant. This is not the case! Here are some of the things I’ve learned from my own personal pregnancy training journey.
The Truth About "Morning Sickness" and Pregnancy Training
The first thing I realized is that "morning sickness" is a misnomer. It can last the whole day and night for the first 2-3 months of your pregnancy. Why do they even call it morning sickness? It should be renamed "All day sickness".
Luckily, I figured out some tricks that helped me feel better and maintain my pregnancy training routine. The more frequently I ate, the better I felt. It was challenging to shift from three big main meals to smaller amounts every 90-120 minutes. Mentally, it was tough to eat even when I wasn't that hungry, but it helped me stay on track with my pregnancy training.
A New Level of Fatigue During Pregnancy Training
The fatigue you experience during pregnancy training is unlike anything I've ever felt before. I've completed several long endurance challenges in my life, but never have I encountered this kind of tiredness. I'd close my eyes for what felt like a few minutes, only to find that two hours had passed.
My "Ultrahuman Ring," which records sleep data, revealed shockingly little deep sleep. Normally, I would average 90 minutes of deep sleep per night, compared to just 10-15 minutes during my first months of pregnancy. No wonder I was knocked out on the sofa all afternoon, making pregnancy training sessions a real challenge.
Balancing Training Intensity and Pregnancy
As an athlete, figuring out training intensity during pregnancy was a real challenge. How hard is too hard when it comes to pregnancy training? I've spent my whole life setting athletic goals and working towards them, so it was difficult to shift my mindset from training with a purpose to just exercising.
But that's not entirely accurate – the purpose of my pregnancy training has simply changed to delivering a healthy baby. Still, that mental shift wasn't easy to make. I love training and pushing myself hard in sessions, and I didn't want to give it all up. It's what I enjoy about pregnancy training, after all.
So, I did some research to set guidelines on what intensity would be okay for my pregnancy training routine. A study on elite athletes who trained during pregnancy suggests that exercise intensity over 90% of maximal heart rate might negatively impact fetal well-being. This became my ceiling – if I get close to 180BPM (which is 90% for me), I ease off and give my body time to calm down.
Final Thoughts
I want to emphasize that this is my personal pregnancy training story, not advice for other mothers-to-be. Do your own research and consult with your healthcare provider about your pregnancy training plan. If you're interested in reading more on this subject, check out this study.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9703311/
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai. This week will be full of festive cheer, as we welcome the 12 days of Christmas Workout.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
The Coffee Run
Our social coffee run which also doubles up as our tempo run! Every week we meet, get the run done and then sit after for a coffee and catch up. This week we tempo for 2024 and 2025. Anyone is welcome!
Brief time: 5:54am Start Time: 5:59am
Start Location : Common Grounds
Group Run
Join us for the last long run of the year!
6:59am start from InnerFight
Arabian Ranches, some options below:
14KM route
https://onthegomap.com/s/rumgtank
17.7KM Route
https://onthegomap.com/s/k0pf9rn7
24.5KM Route
https://onthegomap.com/s/kcfrehfc
Location: InnerFight
Monday:
Strength:
A) Build to a 4min Max Back Squat
B) Build to a Max Sumo Deadlift
Conditioning:
20 back Squat
1 mile Run
Tuesday:
Some work in the machines to get you nice and tired. Mikko
Wednesday:
Christmas Day Workout One Class Only 8 am!
Thursday:
Boxing Day Workout One Class Only 8 am!
Friday:
A Partner workout to end the week with a bang!
We are taking a break over this period! Speciality Classes will be back on Monday the 6th of January!
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/oomJAa31vKy3hQNG6
The Coffee Run
Our social coffee run which also doubles up as our tempo run! Every week we meet, get the run done and then sit after for a coffee and catch up. Anyone is welcome!
Brief time: 5:54am Start Time: 5:59am
Start Location : Common Grounds
It’s a common misconception that you have to stop exercising when you’re pregnant. This is not the case! Here are some of the things I’ve learned from my own personal pregnancy training journey.
The Truth About "Morning Sickness" and Pregnancy Training
The first thing I realized is that "morning sickness" is a misnomer. It can last the whole day and night for the first 2-3 months of your pregnancy. Why do they even call it morning sickness? It should be renamed "All day sickness".
Luckily, I figured out some tricks that helped me feel better and maintain my pregnancy training routine. The more frequently I ate, the better I felt. It was challenging to shift from three big main meals to smaller amounts every 90-120 minutes. Mentally, it was tough to eat even when I wasn't that hungry, but it helped me stay on track with my pregnancy training.
A New Level of Fatigue During Pregnancy Training
The fatigue you experience during pregnancy training is unlike anything I've ever felt before. I've completed several long endurance challenges in my life, but never have I encountered this kind of tiredness. I'd close my eyes for what felt like a few minutes, only to find that two hours had passed.
My "Ultrahuman Ring," which records sleep data, revealed shockingly little deep sleep. Normally, I would average 90 minutes of deep sleep per night, compared to just 10-15 minutes during my first months of pregnancy. No wonder I was knocked out on the sofa all afternoon, making pregnancy training sessions a real challenge.
Balancing Training Intensity and Pregnancy
As an athlete, figuring out training intensity during pregnancy was a real challenge. How hard is too hard when it comes to pregnancy training? I've spent my whole life setting athletic goals and working towards them, so it was difficult to shift my mindset from training with a purpose to just exercising.
But that's not entirely accurate – the purpose of my pregnancy training has simply changed to delivering a healthy baby. Still, that mental shift wasn't easy to make. I love training and pushing myself hard in sessions, and I didn't want to give it all up. It's what I enjoy about pregnancy training, after all.
So, I did some research to set guidelines on what intensity would be okay for my pregnancy training routine. A study on elite athletes who trained during pregnancy suggests that exercise intensity over 90% of maximal heart rate might negatively impact fetal well-being. This became my ceiling – if I get close to 180BPM (which is 90% for me), I ease off and give my body time to calm down.
Final Thoughts
I want to emphasize that this is my personal pregnancy training story, not advice for other mothers-to-be. Do your own research and consult with your healthcare provider about your pregnancy training plan. If you're interested in reading more on this subject, check out this study.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9703311/
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
It’s a common misconception that you have to stop exercising when you’re pregnant. This is not the case! Here are some of the things I’ve learned from my own personal pregnancy training journey.
The Truth About "Morning Sickness" and Pregnancy Training
The first thing I realized is that "morning sickness" is a misnomer. It can last the whole day and night for the first 2-3 months of your pregnancy. Why do they even call it morning sickness? It should be renamed "All day sickness".
Luckily, I figured out some tricks that helped me feel better and maintain my pregnancy training routine. The more frequently I ate, the better I felt. It was challenging to shift from three big main meals to smaller amounts every 90-120 minutes. Mentally, it was tough to eat even when I wasn't that hungry, but it helped me stay on track with my pregnancy training.
A New Level of Fatigue During Pregnancy Training
The fatigue you experience during pregnancy training is unlike anything I've ever felt before. I've completed several long endurance challenges in my life, but never have I encountered this kind of tiredness. I'd close my eyes for what felt like a few minutes, only to find that two hours had passed.
My "Ultrahuman Ring," which records sleep data, revealed shockingly little deep sleep. Normally, I would average 90 minutes of deep sleep per night, compared to just 10-15 minutes during my first months of pregnancy. No wonder I was knocked out on the sofa all afternoon, making pregnancy training sessions a real challenge.
Balancing Training Intensity and Pregnancy
As an athlete, figuring out training intensity during pregnancy was a real challenge. How hard is too hard when it comes to pregnancy training? I've spent my whole life setting athletic goals and working towards them, so it was difficult to shift my mindset from training with a purpose to just exercising.
But that's not entirely accurate – the purpose of my pregnancy training has simply changed to delivering a healthy baby. Still, that mental shift wasn't easy to make. I love training and pushing myself hard in sessions, and I didn't want to give it all up. It's what I enjoy about pregnancy training, after all.
So, I did some research to set guidelines on what intensity would be okay for my pregnancy training routine. A study on elite athletes who trained during pregnancy suggests that exercise intensity over 90% of maximal heart rate might negatively impact fetal well-being. This became my ceiling – if I get close to 180BPM (which is 90% for me), I ease off and give my body time to calm down.
Final Thoughts
I want to emphasize that this is my personal pregnancy training story, not advice for other mothers-to-be. Do your own research and consult with your healthcare provider about your pregnancy training plan. If you're interested in reading more on this subject, check out this study.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9703311/
Fun - Honesty - Simplicity - Smash Life - MENTAL TOUGHNESS - Hard Work
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