Squats in 3rd trimester?

[BeezyLove11]

So I literally gained all my weight in my thighs and butt this pregnancy, it's a mess down there. So I started doing squats, but then I heard they can cause you to go into labor? I'm 29+4 so I definitely don't want that.

[1babygirl14]

I tried to attempt squats and could not. My knees and vagina have so much pressure...when I squatted I could barely get up!lol

[ftm_sept2014]

Im 33 weeks and take prenatal yoga my instructor tells us to do at least 20 squats a day...yes you can do squats

[Mel_Singh]

U can do squats ? In 3rd trimest. OUCH i couldnt do one with all the swelling and pressure down there. Im 35w

[ericatoday]

I've been doing squats since 19 weeks I'm now 27+3

[BeezyLove11]

Thanks everyone! I've had a completely normal boring pregnancy thank goodness! That's why I figured doing squats couldn't hurt, I listen to my body and don't let myself get overexhausted.

[gemgemninja2]

Squats are good for you without weights like frog position. If you are at risk for placenta previa or something don't do it. Squats help in labor and I try to do them when I can. They were recommended by my ob and i am trying natural. Unless you just want a c section then don't bother.

[bryceT317_3]

I lay on my side every evening and do leg lifts (about 100 of them) for each leg. It really burns by the end. I don't do them fast, slow and in control does the most damage. It helps

[Amy1830]

I can't do squats because they are uncomfortable for me now that I'm so big, but I do lunges with 5 lb kettle bell weights. They're easier and they target the butt too. Only thing is I'm starting to lose my balance ... Lol

[cezzy07]

I usually do "donkey kicks". I'm am apparently growing cottage cheese on my thighs with this pregnancy lol I can't do the other leg/butt workout because of the positions

[Emlue]

I honestly would avoid squats. I continued to work out through my pregnancy but def slowed down now 3rd trimester and I was always advised by my instructor and others to avoid squats. Besides as EllaMari stated it won't necessarily help u lose weight in those areas. Try reevaluating ur diet and walking/running is always good (dep on ur lvl of fitness). After baby u can quat and workout as much as u desire.

[EllaMari]

DO NOT do squats if you have a low lying placenta or are at risk for preterm labor.

[EllaMari]

Well there's a couple components to this answer.
Yes, you can do squats IF you have a healthy, uncomplicated pregnancy. Really you should be doing slow, supported squats in your 3rd trimester. Grab on to a counter top, both knobs of an open door, your partner's hands, or something else stable lean back - knees over ankles - until your legs are at a 90 degree. Squeeze your but together as you slowly stand up. Keep going till you begin to get fatigued.

That being said, you unfortunately can't 'spot correct' problem areas. You can do squats till the cows come home and all that may happen is your muscles will get stronger. (Which is still great!) Cutting out processed food, soda, sugar, and junk coupled with exercise will get you the results you want.

[octoberpumpkin]

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