How I Actually Stay Consistent with Movement During Pregnancy (Hint: I Don’t Do It All—and That’s Okay)

Grace > guilt. Always.

Let’s just clear the air: I haven’t been consistent with Pilates during this pregnancy. And you know what? I’m completely okay with that.

In fact, I feel good about it.

This isn’t a blog post about sticking to a rigid schedule or pushing through exhaustion. It’s about the real version of consistency—one that looks like listening to your body, honoring your energy, and redefining movement based on the season you’re in.

Because at 30 weeks pregnant, what’s keeping me grounded and strong isn’t a perfect Pilates calendar—it’s permission to let go of perfection entirely.

Where I Started: 2nd Trimester Energy Boost… for a While

When I hit my second trimester, I was finally feeling that burst of energy people talk about. I was doing Pilates every day, and it felt good to move again after the fatigue of the first trimester.

But around week 21… things shifted.

I started falling off. Not because I didn’t care, but because my body was clearly asking for something different—less pressure, less intensity, more rest.

What Movement Looks Like for Me Now

So what am I doing these days? Just two simple things:

• Daily walks

• At-home movements from my physical therapist for lower back pain

That’s it. And it’s more than enough.

Some days, the walk is short because my hips start to ache. Other days, I can move a little more. But every day, I focus on gentle movement that supports how I feel, not how I “should” perform.

Do I miss Pilates? Absolutely.
But forcing it when my body is asking for something else wouldn’t be fair—or healthy.

No Guilt, Just Grace

This is the biggest difference between this pregnancy and my last one: I’m not drowning in guilt. Well, that, and I'm not constantly sick 😅

With my first, I constantly felt like I wasn’t doing enough. I pressured myself to move, but I couldn't even get off the couch because of how sick and depressed I was. And that mindset left me feeling disconnected, depleted, and defeated.

This time, I’ve chosen something better: peace.

I’ve chosen to tune in rather than push through. To move mindfully rather than rigidly. To allow my body to lead—and trust that rest, slow walks, and PT movements count.

Because they do.

Redefining Consistency

Here’s what I’ve learned: Consistency doesn’t have to mean doing the same thing every day.

It can mean:

• Checking in with your body every morning

• Swapping Pilates for a walk

• Letting PT movements count as “working out”

• Resting without guilt when your body needs it

That’s the kind of consistency I’m leaning into right now—and honestly, it’s done wonders for my mental health.

Final Thoughts: You’re Still Doing Enough

So no, I haven’t done a full Pilates workout in weeks.
And no, I’m not following a strict prenatal fitness plan.
But yes—I’m still taking care of myself.

And if you’re in a similar season, I hope this gives you the reminder you need:
You’re allowed to slow down. You’re allowed to pivot. You’re allowed to rest.
Your body knows what it needs. You just have to trust it—and give yourself permission to listen.

Because some days, a walk and a few gentle movements are more than enough.
Especially when you’re growing a human.