Our
pre- and post-natal classes consist of safe Pilates-based
exercises
incorporating knowledge we gained through workshops
with physical
therapist Debra Goodman.
Exercising
during your pregnancy can provide you with more energy, less physical
discomfort, the strength you need for labor and a quicker recovery.
Pilates provides many benefits as your body goes through changes, before and after childbirth.
Pilates places an emphasis on strengthening the muscles of the abdominals, pelvic floor
and back, improving posture and biomechanics and increasing flexibility. Our postpartum
classes will leave you encouraged, uplifted and invigorated. You
are invited to share this experience with your pre-crawling baby.
You can do a safe Pilates workout whether you're one or 31 weeks
pregnant.
Our Pilates-based exercise program targets the abdominals and pelvic
floor while educating moms-to-be on proper body mechanics as their
bodies continue to change.
Make
sure you keep yourself well hydrated (bring a bottle of water)
Did
you know?
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Correct abdominal exercises can help prevent a large diastasis recti
from occurring. Diastasis is a common condition occurring late in
the pregnancy where the rectus abdominis muscle partially or completely
separates from its connective tissue.
Many new moms are plagued with lower back pain due to stress placed
on the body while feeding, leaning over the crib, hauling around
the car seat, or carrying the stroller down the subway stairs. With
the help of specialized Pilates instruction during pregnancy, new
moms can minimize the impact of these daily stresses during their
recovery period.
You may wish to begin basic and gentle exercises 24 hours after
delivery. Please feel free to ask us or a doctor for suggestions.
After your six-week check up with your doctor or midwife you are
welcome to join us in our Postpartum Mat class. Please consult with
your physician before starting any physical activity or fitness
program.
Be sure you stay well hydrated, especially if you are breast feeding.
We encourage you to bring your own bottle of water to class.
Your baby is welcome to come to the class; we recommend that your
baby is two to six months old to participate with you. We try to
incorporate babies into some exercises but every baby is on a different
schedule, so some may sleep during the class.
Did you know?
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You can start doing pelvic-floor exercises (Kegels) within 24 hours
of giving birth.
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Relaxin is a hormone released to loosen the ligaments and allow
for the widening of the birth canal. The hormone levels are shown
to diminish quickly after deliver, but the ligaments tend to need
3-4 months to regain their full integrity. Remember to workout safely
and be patient with your recovery process.
Remember!
You can always do your Kegel exercises; there is no inconvenient
time or place!!!
Pre- & Post-Natal Pilates can be experienced
either in a group class,
or through a private session on the machines or mat.
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