Finding your way to move

Walking after meals is the classic GDM advice - but what if that's not realistic for you right now? And what else actually counts?Following on from the science in the previous episode, this conversation with women's health exercise physiologist Kristen McCluskey gets practical. From resistance training and swimming to exercise bikes and living room dance parties - there are more options than you might think. Kristen also explains the difference between incidental movement and structured exercise, the idea of "exercise snacks" throughout the day, and how to adapt when pregnancy fatigue, discomfort, or pain makes things harder.For anyone trying to fit movement into real life with GDM - especially when pregnancy is already a lot.You can connect with Kristen through Meri Exercise Physiology or on Instagram (@meri.exercisephysiology).Link to full shownotes: https://heygestie.com/blogs/podcast/ep-5-finding-your-way-to-moveChapters00:28 Recap from last episode00:54 Why walking is the go-to recommendation for GDM01:34 When walking doesn't work02:05 Other pregnancy-safe movement options04:22 Resistance training05:33 The WHO's updated guidelines06:07 Kristen's 10 minute mini series07:09 Incidental activity08:29 Calf raises10:34 Exercise "snacks"11:21 Managing fatigue12:30 Building a support network13:15 Pain and discomfort14:21 Getting your body ready for birth16:52 Kristen's website and socials