Hi friends! Last week I shared a scorecard of my favorite classes to take while pregnant. One of the classes that ranked the highest was Physique 57. Physique is so welcoming to pregnant ladies they even offer a special workshop called “Fit for Pregnancy” that teaches you all of the modifications you need for their class. The workshop itself is a great workout.
But you may be asking yourself: Do I need this workshop?
above, a recent picture of me just being me
So let’s get down to biznas. I took the 90-minute Fit For Pregnancy workshop and I’m here to help you answer that question.
Well well, look what the cat dragged in (me). I haven’t posted in ages, which means I’ve not shared some big personal news: I’m pregnant. I’m due (as if it’s a very strict appointment) at the end of June.
running at 24 weeks in Savannah
In the last 30 weeks or so, I’ve tried a bunch of different workout classes to varying degrees of success. Working out while pregnant is different for everyone. I’m happy to share what’s worked for me (and what hasn’t) in the event it makes it a little easier for someone else to get out there. I also know I’m lucky to be able to work out consistently during pregnancy. I know not everyone feels up to it – or is advised to – and I’m not taking it for granted.
Nicole’s Pregnancy Fitness Class Scorecard
Studio
For pre-natal/post-natal only?
Welcoming to pregnant ladies?
Sweaty?
The Scene
Modify much?(1= no modifying; 10= lots of modifying)
Yes
They love modifying for pregnant ladies and have special bolsters
No
Fit uptown ladies (at pretty much all locations)
3
The whole abs section (~10 minutes) needs to be modified but the instructors are happy to help; the class sticks to the same format each time so once you sort modifications, you're golden
I love this class for it's reliability. I know being pregnant won't get in the way of my ability to work out here.
7
Each class is different so the level of modification varies class to class
Since the workout changes class to class, it's hard to know when I walk into the studio if I'll be able to join the class in the routines. I have all but stopped going because I got tired of doing my own thing.
Held in a Tribeca community center basement; mom-to-bes of varying fitness levels
1
This was a good workout but it wasn't for me. The studio is right next to an indoor pool and it was very humid and there were no windows. The tone was a bit medicinal rather than fun.
It's a slow flow, but I think all pregnant yoga probably is. Community is a factor here, which is nice for making friends. Though I haven't like, personally made friends here (yet?).
Mother earth meets the West Village in a damp basement
1
I wanted to like this so much. It's located on Horatio Street and looks straight up precious, but I found myself struggling to stay engaged in the flows.
