Ante Natal
If you are new to Pilates you can start any time after 12 weeks of pregnancy.
Current Research
Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
suggest:
All women should be encouraged to participate in aerobic and strength- conditioning exercise as part of a healthy life style during their Pregnacy.
If you have any on going Muscloskeletal problems an individual initial assessment is essential.
Please Complete Antenatal medical Questionnaire and Antenatal registration form before attending the class.
MODIFIED PILATES FOR PREGNANCY
If you have any concerns or would like to discuss an issue with a Physiotherapist please use the contact us page
A Pilates class specifically designed for pregnancy to maintain your strength and posture before and after birth.
Regular Pilates will help you:-
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Strengthen your pelvic floor muscle control to prevent incontinence.
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Improve postural awareness.
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Strengthen abdominal and gluteal muscles to support and stabilise the pelvis and spine.
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Stretch spinal and upper limb muscles to relieve tension.
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Relaxation.
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Maintain effective circulation to aid with swelling.
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Greater movement efficiency.