getting back in shape
April 18, 2015
My shoe wardrobe; where sneakers go to die.
Losing the pregnancy weight is a tough thing, even for me. You probably can’t see it with my loose clothes nowadays haha, but I still have my flabs here and there from the pregnancy. I’m not back at my pre-pregnancy weight yet and everyday I curse the weighing scale for being irritating. “You on your period or what, you? Pissing people off all the time…” I’ve scolded it before. I’ve got 2 more kilos to go and I’m telling you the last 2 kilos are just the hardest!
I can’t control my food so much because I’m breastfeeding and if I do, I won’t produce enough milk for Mariam.
Mom issues: need to get back into shape post-pregnancy, can’t diet because still breastfeeding, can’t exercise because WHEN ON EARTH WOULD YOU LIKE ME TO GO TO THE GYM IN BETWEEN WORK AND GETTING GROCERY AND RUNNING AROUND AFTER DANIEL AND BREASTFEEDING MARIAM AND GETTING A SHOWER FOR MYSELF, FOR GOD’S SAKE.
Ok I’ve calmed down. Phewwww so good to get that out. Sorry I pressed you too hard, keyboard.
Anyway, by hook or by crook, I need to get in shape again… unfortunately for breastfeeding moms, exercise is non-negotiable since diet is not an option. Have to find time, after work, or 6 am with eyes closed at the gym. Die die must do!
Am considering my options now:
1) Gym – definitely will need a personal trainer since I have no self-discipline whatsoever. But the gym bores me to my bones and I’m the type of person who jumps for joy when my previous trainers said they can’t make it to today’s session.
2) Yoga – I’m not a big yoga person, but I heard it’s pretty slow, more for strengthening and not that good to lose flabs? Advice?
3) Body tone – the vibrating thing. My only worry is that it shakes your whole body so surely it’s not good for your insides, no? Advice?
4) Kickboxing – the last time I went for kickboxing, the boxing thingy didn’t even move when I kicked it. I was pretty embarrassed, I never went for a second class. If I choose this, I will have to choose a different kickboxing place where no prior judgments have been made of me. Haha.
Ok. So what would you guys choose to keep in shape?
You can try pilates …Let me know if you need suggestion on a good pilates centre π
try zumba!!!!!1
Try Jazzercise Vivy. Burn calories + aerobics + weights to top 10 songs in an hour! Google the branches
For me i rock climbed up till i was 6 months pregnant haha. And then after i gave birth i did bouldering at camp5. Fun fun fun. U dont like lose lose weight. But u get urself toned and u feel super good! Should have fashion valet team building activities at camp5. Haha
Ever heard of infrared suana bags? It’s like a sleeping bag where you go in and sweat your water rentention out. Super good. Should google it out. Best part can do anytime you want. I got one and it helps me loose weight.
Don’t be stressed about it and you will lose them naturally. good luck!
There’s this Kayla Bikini Body Guide where consist one no1 meal plan and no2 exercise… exercise can be done at home.. yet to try but amazed by the b4 after photos
ZUMBA!!!!
Walk more! Like don’t take the lift at work or park further away. I stopped taking the bus to college and took a 30min walk to and fro college for about 2 weeks and lost 5kg that way! 2kg is nothing v, i have like, 10kg to lose post-pregnancy!
Obviously time is your biggest issue here, so I would personally recommend Body Tone. I used to go in for 20 minute sessions at a place here in Manchester. 20 minutes doesn’t sound like a lot of time, and it isn’t which is why its perfect for busy women like yourself!
After every one of my session my body always feels sore (as you should after a good workout) and results are immediate – if you really commit to it.
The studio I used to go to for Body Tone were frequented by many bride-to-be’s who have as little as 4 weeks to tone up – and they always leave excellent reviews!
I wish I could provide a personal testimony but I had to quit (for reasons to do with logistics) after a number of sessions – basically not enough to notice any major improvements, but my body measurements did go down a couple cm regardless.
I would definitely go for it if it was close to where I live / study! π
Then im not hallucinating.. When restrict my diet meal my milk reduce..so its true!!! reducing food can reduce my milk.i kept telling this to my trainer. he doesnt believe me.thinking im giving excuses. So frustrating.Thanks!!! Ermm try jillian michaels. It takes 20 minutes to complete.
walk around the block, while babywearing Mariam.
I got back to my pre-pregnancy weight 5 months after I gave birth. I didn’t do any workouts. Lost the weight from breastfeeding but the flabs are still here
Can try meal replacement, to slightly control your calories intake + light exercise at home with Daniel.
I’m using Herbalife and it work wonderfully without reducing your milk supply..
Hi Vivy π
You can try Pilates or Zumba, those two are fun!
If not, try working out at home. There are many great videos on youtube like Blogilates and Jillian. Good luck! π
I had the same issue as yours. What worked for me currently is gym and if I could not make it, YouTube some workouts at home. I combine cardio with light but high repetition weights. Build up more muscles, burn more body fat = u shape up faster.
I am not so strict with my diet – moms gotta eat to make milk right?
I started off by taking photos of my targeted areas, then after a month of exercise, I snapped new photos. Damn, it was the best motivator. With exercise the changes are for sure, eventhough it is slow. And it stays.
The best-est thing is it gave me is also more energy and I feel a lot better about my body – physically and emotionally.
Give it a try Vivy! You can do it! π
Swimming burns major calories. For people with very little spare time, jump-roping/ jumping rope(eh??) is very good. Go as fast as you can for 10 minutes twice a day (about the length of 2 or 3 songs)
Or check if your gym has jump-rope class. Or check out youtube for the VS models’ version of a jump rope work out.
When you get the hang of it, it’s pretty fun, brings you back to your childhood a little bit. Buying a good speed-rope doesn’t hurt too. Plus, it makes you feel cool (maybe it’s just me)
All the best π
Jillian Michaels 30 days shred – you can youtube the video. It’s about 20 mins to be done daily. I’ve had my cheat days and doing it more like 3-4x a week. Love it as it’s manageable (20 mins only) but still breaking a sweat and at least gives you idea on what to work on. My abdomen needs major toning, so I’ve been planking on random
times in the day!
Swimming!
Hi vivvy,
I tried yoga. Doing it once or twice per week and 1 hour every session. Gym at my office. Lose 5 kg after almost 3 months doing it but then my weight become stagnant. Tak berubah. Currently 55kg, my goal is 50. At least 52 lol.
Now I’m trying freeletics (apps). Sangat intense. Recommended. And sekejap je. 10 minutes every session. I selalu buat pepagi lepas subuh. Good luck. Quoting others, your 2kg tu sket je hehe no worries.
V swimming je!! Tak pon jakuzi! Lagi senang duduk je lose afew pounds
Diet is 80% and exercise is 20% into loosing weight. But since you’re breastfeeding, try some diet options that include only 100-150gms of Carbs a day, and pound on those protein. You could never go wrong with vegetables. Though I know you’re not a big fan of it. Try to mix colours into your salad. Like red and yellow pepper and carrots, with pasta and grilled chicken or salmon. Something like that la.
Zumba is a great way to burn the extra calories. Try it for an hour a day, 2-3 times a week.
Or… download the App ‘Seven’ into your phone and do those circuit trainings at home. It takes only seven minutes. And once u’re used to it, you could increase it to a few more rounds.
Try contacting Kevin Zahri too (He’s the Jom Kurus 1 Malaysia founder)… he’s a dad of two and he might have some health tips for you to both loose weight and keep fit and at the same time boost your milk supply.
Try blogilates, all you need is a yoga mat and the comfort of your own home. You don’t even need shoes!!! Hahahahah you can check her out on youtube, she’s a pilates instructor and she’s cool!
whats wrong with me i’ve lost 10 kgs 3 days after i gave birth and keep on losing until now! while everybody try to shed some im dying to gain some. V, let me have that 2 kgs please *cries in the corner
try zumba!!!
marvellous
Well… instead of breakfast weekend.. take a walk in the park for at least 5km… good bonding time with ur kids. N for food.. lots of healthy food delivery nowdays.. from eatcleankl .. to dietlicous..leancanteen.. try to consult them about ur current situation.. n they can advice ur meal.. most important is to eat whole food.. and not fast food.. good luck.. i am also stuck to lose the last 3kg..
Ohh another thing.. can try buying fitness tracker..it will help u to track ur activites.. from fitbit.. to jawbone.. to garmin vivo fit.. to polar.. u name it.. lots of choicea nowdays
You could try fitnessblender.com, its a site where you could cater your workout based on the duration, calorie burnt and the type of work out (I love strength training, love to see the muscle after few months of work π ). You could just do it at home and I’m sure Daniel will try to imitate your moves, which will be really9 cute π
for total body workout, go for JAZZERCISE.
for more fun, go for ZUMBA
JUST EAT, yolo! heheheheh
Go for Bodytone or stout pilates. Been to studio for these both at Solaris Mont’ Kiara area (Bodytone and ‘Pilatique’).
I’ve tried Pilates, it’s a slow movement workout but it really push all your body to work and the goal is to make you look lean, fit and slender. Ada private one to one class also so don’t worry about people laughing at us coz the instructor really understand our phase and good at motivating.
Bodytone is well known for its positive review not just from mom celebrities but also mom yang bukan celebrity. You can check it at their I.G @bodytonestudio .
Oh and the ‘fun but not really look and feel like exercising’ way is Jazzercise. You can try this ‘Lola jazzercise studio’ they’re at several location in Klang Valley and they have day and night class. Tak lah rasa semput bersenam coz all they do is dancing (to the latest hit songs) with effective movement for certain problematic area. They also use weight (heavy and light and you are free to choose don’t worry). Tak payah risau pasal pergerakan menari sebab semua yang pergi tu pun chill and tak kisah kan kita.
Dance there 2-3 times a week and you will look and feel good, despite already looking good i just cannot understand you Vivy π +2kg after 2nd child is not that bad π All the best to get back in shape Vivy.
Try jillian michaels ripped in 30 or 30 days shred. It’s just 30 minutes and it has really worked for me!
u should do bodytone and during ur “im getting bored of bodytone” times, play with xbox kinect at home i always do the mel b’s exercise..more fun when u can also play dance games on kinect with dean and daniel..lol. have fun losing weight vivy!
i like the 3rd paragraph. Really relate into it. i also wanted to know what is the best time to loose all the pregnancy weight.. lepas kerja, kena lari-lari amek anak kat babysitter. malam is baby besar punya time.. sigh..
try mihabodytec and ask them to come to your house. 20 mins workout equals to a week to the gym.
Try Blogilates and Mary Helen Bowers (Trainer for Black Swan) hurts but makes your body slender! and you can do it in the comfort of your own home! (On youtube!) π Good luck!