Running while pregnant has become a bit of a challenge. And it's for one big reason only, my bladder and bowels. Unless the residents and store owners of Boston want their plants watered and/or fertilized, my runs have been restricted to the treadmill. Who knew such a small thing could cause so much trouble!
Despite these troubles, on the day I hit 10 weeks, I wanted to see if I still had it in me to run further than the typical 5+ miles I'd been doing. Sure enough, I pounded out 10 miles and it felt great. I haven't done that since, but I'm hoping to get another long one in before my stomach and butt blow up :). Every day I'm tired and I think I'll just skip my run for the day, I keep reminding myself that there may come a point during the pregnancy where I just can't run anymore. This motivates me on MOST days.
By the way, if you didn't already know this, I am pregnant! David and I are expecting our little one February 9th, 2013. I am 13 weeks along. Whoo hoo!

2 comments:
Whoo Hooo, still so excited. And beans lets face it, you had bladder problems well before your pregnancy. No excuses. There have been plenty of "Gina fertilizer" around the country.
I agree with Ashley. I was going to say how you had that same problem in college and you weren't pregnant then. :) And, you may be a little slower, but you can keep running during pregnancy as long as you aren't at risk for preterm labor. I did with all four of our kids. Congratulations again! I am enjoying catching up on your blog and seeing all the pregnancy pictures. You are adorable.
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