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Name: PowerliftingMom2b | Date: Apr 12th, 2008 1:30 PM
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Just found out that I am pregnant!!! My big question now is, will I be able to lift heavy at the gym still? I am a National level powerlifter and I've got a big meet coming up at the end of June. Is it ok to still lift like that or do I need to take it easy? Thanks!!! ↓

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Name: mom_of_1 | Date: Apr 15th, 2008 11:33 AM
You should check with your DR about that :) I believe they normally limit weight lifting while prego.
CONGRATZ! ↑

Name: Jingles | Date: Apr 21st, 2008 8:20 PM
Have you ever checked out Stumptuous? There's a section all about weight lifting while pregnant. stumptuous.com/cms/display-article.php?aid=73

Also-,- nice to see another lady who lifts! :) ↑

Name: cshaylee | Date: Apr 23rd, 2008 7:09 AM
I am by no means a power-lifter, but I did lift throughout my entire pregnancy and was fine! The doctors said no, but I just tried to listen to my body. I also run approx 26 miles per week and just wanted to see how things would progress. I still think you should talk to your dr. Chances are, he/she will tell you, "nothing over 30 lbs". That's what mine said...so I hedged and rationalized saying..."Ok, do 30lbs per bicep?" Seriously, though, I think weight training during pregnancy is a total judgement call. In the end, you're gonna' do what you're gonna' do, but try to be smart and arm yourself with some facts from professionals! Good luck! ↑