Pilates and Pregnancy go well because Pilates is all about core strength (abdominals, back and pelvic floor muscles) which helps support a more comfortable pregnancy and delivery. You should consider joining us for Preggi-Pilates if;
• You are pregnant
• Your Doctor has cleared you for exercise
• You like working out but haven’t had the motivation to since falling pregnant
• You are not sure what exercises are safe to do now that you are pregnant
• You want to be in the best form and feel good both physically and emotionally
• You are looking to re-energise your body
• You want to relieve some of that stress....BREATHE
Benefits of Pilates during Pregnancy
• Promotes good posture reducing general aches and pains,
• Helps with hormonal changes and improves joint stability,
• Improves your body awareness,
• Teaches breathing and relaxation skills to avoid shortness of breath and help in labour,
• Prevents common pregnancy problems e.g. back pain, swollen legs, poor posture etc,
• Strengthens your pelvic floor muscles for labour and delivery,
• Encourages the baby to be in the right position at birth promoting an easy delivery,
• Safely improves/maintains your fitness level,
• Pilates can be modified at each trimester to meet your specific needs. In addition, by taking Preggi-Pilates classes you will get to interact and share your experiences with other moms-to-be.
