Pilates and Pregnancy:

Pilates is a responsible way of exercise during pregnancy. During this period a number of hormonal and physical changes in the body changes so it is important to prepare your body, keep it fit and stay mentally relax.Pilates before, during and after pregnancy can help the body to deal with the changes, to prepare for the day of birth and recover after childbirth.

Benefits:

• Focused breathing promotes oxygen transport to the organs, muscles, and most importantly, your baby. Through breathing we learn to activate the pelvic floor muscles whilst the body and mind stays relaxed and focused.
• The pelvic floor muscle is extremely important to prevent or reduce problems as incontinence during pregnancy.
• By strengthening the abdominal, pelvic and back muscles you support the spine and prevent or reduce back pain due to an improved posture.
• The Pilates method also improves coordination and balance of the body