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Chelsea
My client Chelsea V. will surely be an inspiration to new & expecting moms. Chelsea went through my "J Fitness Active Lifestyles Transformation" a few years ago, since then she's been a star pupil and has definitely incorporated exercise & clean eating into her normal routine. Chelsea took some time out of her busy day to sit down for a quick interview.
What was your training / exercise program like before getting pregnant?
Running 1 to 3 miles 3 times a week.
What was your training / exercise program while pregnant?
Walking 1 mile 3 times a week (when possible) After giving birth? Since I had a C-Section, I had to heal completely for a few months. I now am working back to running 1 to 3 miles 3 times a week.
How did your eating habits change during your pregnancy?
I ate pretty healthy prior to becoming pregnant so the only change was adding 300 calories to my diet per day.
How much weight did you gain during your pregnancy?
About 30 pounds
What was your weight before pregnancy?
Around 125 pounds After giving birth? Around 140 pounds
What fitness and / or nutrition advice would you give expecting mothers?
Do not over eat, The baby does NOT have cravings. The baby only requires 300 additional calories, that is like an extra glass of milk and a slice of bread. Also be sure to take pre-natal vitamins with folic acid. Also, try to stay active. Walking is the best exercise.
Any comments you want to add?
You lose a lot of calories breastfeeding, that is how I lost so much weight so fast. I was back to my pre-birth weight in about 6 wks after birth.
What was your training / exercise program like before getting pregnant?
Running 1 to 3 miles 3 times a week.
What was your training / exercise program while pregnant?
Walking 1 mile 3 times a week (when possible) After giving birth? Since I had a C-Section, I had to heal completely for a few months. I now am working back to running 1 to 3 miles 3 times a week.
How did your eating habits change during your pregnancy?
I ate pretty healthy prior to becoming pregnant so the only change was adding 300 calories to my diet per day.
How much weight did you gain during your pregnancy?
About 30 pounds
What was your weight before pregnancy?
Around 125 pounds After giving birth? Around 140 pounds
What fitness and / or nutrition advice would you give expecting mothers?
Do not over eat, The baby does NOT have cravings. The baby only requires 300 additional calories, that is like an extra glass of milk and a slice of bread. Also be sure to take pre-natal vitamins with folic acid. Also, try to stay active. Walking is the best exercise.
Any comments you want to add?
You lose a lot of calories breastfeeding, that is how I lost so much weight so fast. I was back to my pre-birth weight in about 6 wks after birth.
