It's no secret that your body goes through some pretty major changes during pregnancy–and one of the biggest ones is a growing bump. And it's no secret that "the bump" becomes the center of your world: it's where you feel kicks, connect with your baby, and what stretches out your favorite tops. But that bump causes shifts in your center of gravity too, and yes: your body knows how to adjust, and it's incredibly resilient. But you might need to make some adjustments to ease the pregnancy waddle.

Do you need to stop exercising in your first trimester? The short answer is, no you shouldn't stop exercising, unless explicitly advised so by your doctor for pre-existing conditions or complications; and, Yes, you will want to make some modifications to your routine.