the struggle so far 😮💨
I didn’t expect to struggle so much. I’ve been so tired, unmotivated and just overall down this first trimester. It’s been hard to get to the gym even though I miss it. Between morning (all day) sickness and fatigue - it’s been hard to get up at 5:30a like I was used to. Plus it’s so cold! 🥶
I’ve decided to cut down my week to only 3 days, and have switched my gym time to the pm.
This week has felt better and Im hoping to keep it up 💪🏽 We just can’t give up all the progress we’ve made.
#progressoverperfection #strengthtraining #keepgoing #pregnantmom #musclebuilding #gymgirls #pregnancyjourney #trainingandpregnant
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