On Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 10:24 we welcomed our second son, Andrew Christian Perry. He is a peanut, weighing in at just 5 pounds and 3 ounces and 18 inches long. Drew's Birthday I started having contractions while we were watching TV … [Read more...]
Third Trimester Workouts
Did you miss my posts on first trimester workouts and second trimester workouts? As promised in my last post on third trimester FAQ's, I'll share a bit more here about how my workouts have been going during this last trimester of … [Read more...]
Accepting Your Body During Pregnancy
I wrote a few months ago about how I struggled with my body image during my first trimester of this pregnancy. My second trimester was a lot better for me as far as maintaining a positive body image (and basically as far as everything). I … [Read more...]
Second Trimester Wrap-Up
Lately, I've been feeling like I've been pregnant for about 100 years. It feels like an eternity since I've had a glass of wine or an absurdly large and delicious coffee. However, a few days ago, I realized that my due date is just … [Read more...]
Strength Training During Pregnancy
I recently posted some details about training during my first trimester and training during my second trimester of pregnancy. I get a ton of specific questions when it comes to training during pregnancy so I'm gonna break … [Read more...]
Second Trimester Workouts
If you've been reading, you know I'm in my second trimester and that my workouts are going great! (Knock on wood, right?!) My first trimester workouts were generally shorter. I stuck to strength OR conditioning on any given day and I wasn't … [Read more...]
Second Trimester Questions and It’s A…
Okay, I've been holding out on you. :-) We had our ultrasound and found out that Connor will be a big brother to a baby BOY!! He keeps asking when "our baby" is coming and I think it's so stinkin' cute. Other second trimester … [Read more...]
Pregnancy and Body Image as a Personal Trainer
Let me put a few things out there. I've been pregnant before. I wanted to get pregnant again. I am really happy and thankful that I am pregnant now. I also knew that getting pregnant meant my body would change again. A lot...proof below. (Here I … [Read more...]
Fit Pregnancy Must-Haves {Asics Gel-Fit Sana Review}
Whether you are pregnant, thinking about getting pregnant or looking for a last minute gift for your pregnant friend or family member, hopefully this list of my fit pregnancy must-haves will help you out! My second pregnancy is similar to my first … [Read more...]
First Trimester Workouts
Working out when you’re pregnant is confusing. You’ve probably heard some or all of the following (contradictory) advice. Don’t push yourself Just walk or do yoga Keep your heart rate below 140bpm Don’t lift heavy weights Don’t jump or … [Read more...]