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Thursday May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
In this episode CJ is joined by his wife, Erin Finley, to discuss her pregnancy journey. With Erin at 39 weeks during this recording, they reflect on how she has been managing her health and fitness throughout the pregnancy, and the changes she has experienced along the way. Erin also shares her experience of getting certified in pre- and post-natal fitness and what she's learned about staying active during pregnancy.
Key Topics
- How Erin discovered her pregnancy through health metrics and her WHOOP device
- The importance of tracking biometrics during pregnancy
- How Erin adapted her fitness routine during the first trimester
- Getting certified in pre and postnatal fitness
- Major takeaways and debunking myths about working out during pregnancy
- Changes in Erin's Whoop scores and stats during the first trimester
- Erin's plans for staying fit and active postpartum
- Resting heart rate & heart rate variability during pregnancy
- Mental changes during pregnancy
- Managing stress and anxiety better
- How Erin has handled cutting out caffeine during pregnancy
- CJ's alternative caffeine sources: Focus Aid, Yerba Mate, and plant-based drink
- Comparing pre-pregnancy energy and neuroticism to calmer energy during pregnancy
- Preparing for postpartum hormone changes
- Natural healing modalities: sauna, ice bath, red light therapy
- Second trimester experiences
- Adapting fitness routines during pregnancy
- Embracing slower workouts and focusing on effectiveness
- Lifting for strength during pregnancy
- The importance of not associating workouts with body image during pregnancy
- Nutrient intake and cravings during different trimesters
- Enjoying desserts and allowing flexibility in diet
- Preparing for birth and the third trimester with research and doula support
- The value of hiring a doula and learning from various sources
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