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Kym Herjavec Pregnancy Fitness Secrets and More!!

By Matthew Perez

Kym Herjavec Pregnancy Fitness Secrets and More!!

Kym Herjavec Pregnancy Fitness Secrets and More!!

    , also known as Kym Johnson is one fit woman. She is among those celebrities who don’t give up fitness attempts even when they are pregnant, and she has been taking care of her body the right way (according to doctor’s orders, of course).

    Read on to know her pregnancy fitness secrets and her tips for getting a DWTS body. We assure you, they are worth it.

    Kym Johnson during the film Step Up 2 The Streets premiere in 2008Kym Johnson during the film Step Up 2 The Streets premiere in 2008 (Luke Ford / / CC BY-SA 2.5)

    Long Wait

    The wife of renowned businessman admits that they were waiting for the pregnancy news for a few years. So, when they knew she was pregnant and they were expecting twins, they both felt incredible.

    No Exercise in the Beginning

    The Dancing with the Stars (2005-Present) pro was told not to work out during the first trimester as the doctors were being cautious and didn’t want to risk her health. She got back to it after this three-month period.

    Taking Classes

    The dancer is still teaching classes at her Beverly Hills studio, THE BOD but knows that she will have to take a break from it soon. The signs that she needs to pull back from it are already there as she often gets out of breath. She even gets puffed a lot when walking up the stairs.

    Kym Herjavec Pregnancy Workout Secrets

    The TV performer accepts that staying fit can be quite difficult when you are pregnant. You are exhausted most of the times and in such a situation, motivating yourself to get a workout in can be a tough nut to crack. But she is not lowering her fitness goals by much. She is doing a lot of upper body strength movements to retain her , and she is doing stabilization work like glute exercises on all fours as they are good for the .

    Kym Herjavec Pregnancy Diet

    The Aussie likes to have salmon, , salad, and leafy greens in her diet. She also snacks on dried apricots, apple slices and Greek yogurt with berries.

    She is also indulging in all her pregnancy cravings like croissants and French fries from McDonald’s that she never used to have before. Occasionally, she also indulges in toast and Nutella which is a safer option than baked goods (ladies, take note!). She also makes French Fries at home in an air fryer.

    Kym Johnson at Pilates Dance Studio in August 2017Kym Johnson at Pilates Dance Studio in August 2017 (Kym Johnson / Instagram)

    Advice for Young Mothers

    The diva’s advice to young mothers is that you should take care of your body and . If your body is craving something, indulge in it without feeling guilty. You can balance out the indulgence with healthy foods later on.

    You should also try to stay away from processed foods, meats and any other food your doctor has restricted. It is also a good idea to be as positive and as stress-free as possible.

    Future Expectations

    After the birth, Kym plans to focus on her kids more, and less on herself. She will enjoy them more and care less about how to lose pregnancy weight. (And that’s how it should be!)

    If you are not looking for pregnancy advice and you are still dazzled by the fitness of the TV celebrity, you should learn her tips for getting a DWTS Bod.

    Kym Herjavec Shares 7 Ways to Get A DWTS Bod

    1. Find a Motivating Mantra

    Choose “I can do it”, “Don’t Give Up” or any other mantra that motivates you and post it where you work out. It will ensure that you keep getting fit over time.

    1. Be Body Confident

    Be proud of the shape you have got and work on improvising it. Don’t compare yourself to others and focus on the positive aspects of your body.

    Kym Johnson showing her baby bump when 18 weeks pregnant in December 2017Kym Johnson showing her baby bump when 18 weeks pregnant in December 2017 (Kym Johnson / Instagram)
    1. Select a Workable Routine

    Find half an hour in a day and focus on and sculpting exercises. Sculpt your body with light weights and do multiple reps of it. When you see the results, you will want to exercise more than half an hour.

    1. Change Eating Habits

    Toss the junk food out of your home (or better donate it to a food shelter or food bank) and buy only foods that have loads of healthy fats. It will ensure that you don’t binge eat on the wrong type of foods.

    1. Drink Up

    Drink as much you can to eat less, eliminate sugar cravings, relieve headaches and get rid of muscle cramping. Your workouts will give better results too if you are hydrated. Start your days with lemon and hot water too.

    1. Snack All Day

    If you get hungry often, don’t stop yourself from snacking every few hours. Just make sure that the snacks are healthy like almonds and grapes. Remember, five or six light meals are always better than three heavy ones.

    1. Make Moderation a Priority

    Have 8 glasses of water, 7 anti-inflammatory foods, 6 colors of the rainbow, and 5 servings of . You can occasionally indulge but practice as much as possible.

    Featured Image by Kym Johnson / Instagram

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