The BEST pregnancy workout plans for each trimester of pregnancy. These prenatal workouts are designed for expecting moms who were active pre-pregnancy and are looking for a structured prenatal workout plan to maintain strength and muscle tone during pregnancy. Includes easy to follow calendars for moms in their first trimester, second trimester or third trimester of pregnancy.
These pregnancy workouts and pregnancy workout plans were created by Lindsey Bomgren, Certified Personal Trainer and PROnatal Fitness Certified for Prenatal Training and Postnatal Training.
Our pregnancy workouts are some of the most popular on the blog (and the internet).
There is so much information about exercise during pregnancy, and it can be confusing to navigate on your own.
That’s why we designed dedicated programs for each trimester of pregnancy. Complete with easy-to-follow PDF calendars and daily guided videos – all for free.
To be honest, I created all of my pregnancy workouts and plans out of my own discontentment with existing pregnancy workouts online. As someone who was strength training 5-6 days a week prior to pregnancy, I had trouble finding pregnancy workout videos that actually challenged me.
Enter these free pregnancy workout plans: designed to fit the unique needs of each trimester of pregnancy.
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Welcome to the First Trimester Pregnancy Workout Plan: designed for Week 1 – Week 12 of pregnancy.

Many of the first trimester workouts look similar to workouts you may have been doing pre-pregnancy, with some modifications to decrease core pressure during ab exercises.
I know that first trimester in particular can be really tough to keep moving. Between the pregnancy fatigue, nausea and aches and pains, it can be hard to stay active.
Having a plan to follow is one of the best ways I found to stay moving. You do your best and forget the rest.
This first trimester pregnancy workout plan focuses on:
Welcome to the Second Trimester Pregnancy Workout Plan: designed for Week 13 through Week 26 of pregnancy.

Hopefully some of the morning sickness and early pregnancy fatigue has begun to pass.
The second trimester is the point in pregnancy where many women find modifications necessary to accommodate a growing baby and shifting center of gravity.
This second trimester prenatal workout plan focuses on:
Welcome to the Third Trimester Pregnancy Workout Plan: designed for Week 27 through the end of your pregnancy.

This third trimester pregnancy workout plan includes more modifications as your pregnancy progresses. This includes accommodations for pregnancy symptoms like symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD), pelvic girdle pain (PGP), and sciatica nerve pain.
Additionally, this third trimester pregnancy workout plan includes stretching and yoga workouts designed to prepare your body for labor and delivery.
This third trimester pregnancy workout plan focuses on:
Generally, yes: most women can continue to exercise safely through their pregnancies. If you have a normal pregnancy, following a safe pregnancy exercise program can support reduce excess weight gain, relieve stress and maintain muscle and core strength. If you have any pregnancy complications or a high risk pregnancy, get your doctor’s approval before starting a pregnancy workout plan.
Pregnant women can start exercising at any point during pregnancy. During a normal pregnancy, you may continue your pre-pregnancy workout routine through the first trimester, making a few modifications as needed to accommodate nausea and fatigue. As your pregnancy progresses into the second and third trimesters, modify exercises that are high impact or create excess core pressure.
Physical activity during pregnancy can decrease common pregnancy symptoms like backaches, pregnancy fatigue and nausea. Prenatal workouts can also help you sleep better, support your mental health and lower the risk of gestational diabetes (Mayo Clinic). There’s also some research that indicates that an active pregnancy provides a boost to baby’s brain and heart health as well (What To Expect).
Strength training workouts. Weight gain is a natural part of pregnancy. If you stop strength training during pregnancy you’ll ultimately be the weakest when your body is at its heaviest weight. This puts you at risk for injury and common pregnancy pains like low back pain. Pregnancy is not the time to exercise for weight loss.
I filmed a Facebook Live video which you can find in this post explaining a couple ways you can know if an exercise is still safe during pregnancy. It may be time to modify exercises when you notice core doming or coning during an abdominal exercise. The first exercise I start modifying is usually core work and push ups. I suggest these resources: 7 Ways to Modify Push Ups, 8 Pregnancy Core Exercises, 5 Exercises to Avoid During Pregnancy, The 5 Best Pregnancy Exercises for Every Trimester.
Pregnant women generally want to avoid lying on their stomach and belly-down postures, upward facing dog, deep back bends and abdominal overextension, crunches and abdominal twisting, and any exercise that causes coning or doming in your abdominal muscles. Pregnant women should also avoid hot yoga and contact sports. If you feel unusual pain during prenatal exercise, stop exercising and talk to your doctor or midwife.
Low impact cardio exercises, strength training and pregnancy safe core and pelvic floor exercises are all examples of safe pregnancy exercises. A well rounded pregnancy workout routine will include a variety of workouts to avoid overtraining one muscle group.

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I was unsure where to start in my workout journey at 6 weeks postpartum with my second baby. I did not prioritize exercise after having my first baby just 2.5 years ago so I knew I needed a specific program for postpartum. It has helped me so much! I feel so much stronger and confident. I plan on continuing a new NML program next!
Lindsey is a great instructor. She has great energy and has great workout plans. I love how she keeps it real, she doesn’t pretend to be perfect and lets you know when she is feeling the burn and struggles right along with you. Her co-instructors are wonderful too. I love how they do the modified version of the exercise, which is the version I have to use about half the time.
Day 2 arm day! Wow! Seemed easy when I started and now my arms are burning. Grateful for a good 20 mins!
I have been doing NML workouts for over a year now and find the variety and time limit very doable for this extremely busy time in my life. As someone who has done every single program NML has, getting a new one in time for summer is a dream.
I love this program and the ease of turning on the tv and getting it done. I love that Lindsey is encouraging, knowledgeable, and has put together such a well thought out plan. I’ve been going for a few months and I’ve really seen improvements . Thank you NML!
I love these short effective workouts. I’m older(56) and longer workouts are very challenging for me. But Max 20 is exactly what I need and love. Going heavy and building strength. All part of my nursing home prevention program and I love you are a part of it too.
I started weight training again in January after taking a break due to life and I’m so glad I came back to what got me going again. I’ve loved these workouts for years and after doing this program I have never felt stronger. I’m on my 2nd go and I already feel the gains and can’t wait to try increasing weight ❤️.
Over 70 mom and grandmother, who is trying to set an example for the next generation. Love ths workout my goal is a real pull up in 6 months and better muscle definition. It takes longer for senior but it’s possible. Thanks Lindsey andz Rachel
I was looking for an injury friendly workout. As someone who enjoys HIIT training, I had to step away from this style due to a tear in my hip labrum. I wanted to work on muscle building while giving the high impact a rest. After completing this workout for 4 weeks, I noticed muscle strength by bringing them to fatigue (lower weight/higher reps) and surprisingly my VO2Max also increased. I can only attribute it to the 2 min hiit finishers. I love the adding this on the end, getting my hiit fix/my HR high but also preserving my injury. Do Not underestimate this style of workout. I was very impressed with this program!
I started Overload 30 back in November 2025 and went through it 1.5 times before the holidays; took me about 3 weeks. Travelled, took some time off, then started it again. Did Overload 30 3 times over 1.5 months and I feel AWESOME! Had to do some of the modified moves, but I finished!! Thanks Lindsey and Rachel, you gals are great!
Seven months ago, I had open-heart surgery to replace my aortic valve. My sternum was literally cut open and bound together with wire. After eight weeks, my movement and lifting restrictions were lifted, and I was off heavy pain meds, unable to start driving and back to life with five kids. I completed cardiac rehab rehabilitation, but I had not lifted more than 5 pounds the entire time. I was a long way to go to recovery and regain my strength. A friend recommended this program and I started on it and was able to do a few days in a row and then rest for a few days but I was able to do it. I started out at 5 pounds and then increased to eight and then 10 and then 12 pounds. I’m about to finish the program tomorrow and I’m so much stronger and more capable. I also am able to do walks and runs and longer cardio exercises and yoga. This is absolutely changed my life for the better. Thank you!
Great program! I really like how this athlete-style workout combines strength training with mobility, balance, and conditioning—it makes the routine more functional rather than just focused on aesthetics. The use of trisets, HIIT intervals, and progressive overload is a smart way to improve both muscle and athletic performance over time. Training 25–30 minutes a day with a structured plan like this is practical and sustainable for long-term results
Absolutely love this 4 day workout split!! It’s challenging but doable and I feel so strong after completing it!! Please do more videos like these, especially with the rep drops!
I’ve been doing a different plan for the last year on repeat, had some good results. Injured my knee and recovered and tried to get back into that program, but it felt boring. Found this one, and the muscle gains have been incredible. Symmetry in my legs is almost if not fully equal now, my arms are more defined than they’ve ever been, and I always feel great after I finish the workout. They are fun and encouraging to work out with as well. Definitely recommend!
I love adding these workouts first thing each morning before the rest of my workout session. I have noticed my waist slimming and core tightening. My one and only complaint/observation is that day 10 and 24 are the same. I don’t know if that’s intentional or not, but I wanted to let you know 🙂
Response from Nourish, Move, Love
So glad you’re enjoying our ab challenge! Yes the repetition of day 10 and 24 is intentional — we want to be able to measure your core strength gains and progress. So repeating day 10 approximately 2 weeks later is a great way to measure progress!
I found NML when I was pregnant with my second baby and wanted to continue a fitness regimen but one tailored to prenatal needs. I am SO happy I did. Started NML’s postpartum plan at 8 weeks postpartum. It took me 3 months to complete the plan 2x as recommended. This was because my baby wasn’t the best sleeper and some days I just needed to rest/nap. Do your best and forget the rest, as Lindsey would say. Still I see progress and I feel SO much stronger and better than I did during postpartum with my first baby. Progressed from only 10 lb weights to 15 lb for most exercises and even 20-30 lbs for certain ones! I am really happy with progress and can’t wait to move to Strong 20!
Great advice and precise with a sunny atmosphere. Lindsey and Rachel are a great pair!
After about 10 years of really not exercising or working out, this 30-day ab challenge (along with your cardio workouts!) was just what I needed! I’m actually repeating it so I can challenge myself to not make modifications! Love all that NML offers, thank you!
I completed the 30 day beginner program and am working on doing it again. I haven’t lifted weights since I was in high school, 17 years ago-yikes, this was a great start and because I loved it so much I’m doing it again as I continue to get stronger!
This program was very challenging. I lifted the most and felt the strongest throughout Overload 30, and then repeating it. Of all the amazing NML programs I saw the biggest physical difference in my body at 56!
Finally I found (in my 2nd pregnancy) challenging workouts using weights as I was always a little hesistant to use weights during pregnancy. Felt great all the way through pregnancy. Thank you Lindsay. Looking forward to postpartum.
Not quite 50 yet, but I am already post-menopausal and this is exactly what I need. I love that I can switch up using the pdf/setting my own pace with your videos. Variety keeps me motivated and doing my own pace allows me to go heavier. Thank you!! You’re the best!
I have just started and am completing my first week. Feeling much lighter and more energetic than when I started.
Q – at 59y M, and as a beginner with little weight training, which of your programs is best suited? Graduating to difficult ones later in the year.
I love your workout plans for over 50. I’m 65 and at this stage I just can’t do the fast pace, intense workouts anymore. I want to still strength train and feel challenged but a bit slower and structured. I can’t do the up and down and twisting and jumping anymore unfortunately. I do like to keep up with the most current exercises. Please add more!
I have just started this 50+ workout plan. I am 56 yrs old and I am wanting a structured plan of strength training, cardio, rest suitable for my age group. This plan ticks all the boxes. I am wanting to build more muscle mass to reduce my risk of a strong family risk of type 2 diabetes and prevent it altogether. To get stronger and live longer better.
Note: before beginning any new exercise program you should consult with your physician or midwife. The information provided with this workout challenge is intended for general information and use; it does not include specific, individualized recommendations and is not intended as medical advice. Before you begin any new exercise program Nourish Move Love recommends that you consult with your physician. Nourish Move Love primarily educates clients to assume more personal responsibility for their health by adopting a healthy and active lifestyle.
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