The last thing you may want to do is exercise while pregnant.  You are nauseous, fatiqued, hungry, cranky and all you may want to do is sit on the couch with a bowl of ice cream, watch Grey's Anatomy and cry into a pool of hormonal soup.

Well get up off of that couch because exercise is the first thing you should do!  Consider this, exercise helps with the ailments of pregnancy such as nausea, back pain, fatique, swelling, mood swings, and helps you get back into shape faster post partum.  But you may not know where to start to find the right exercise.  Pilates may be the solution for you.

Pilates is a safe and gentle way to keep the abdominals, pelvic muscles and back strong during pregnancy.  Pilates will also help strengthen and gain control of muscles used in delivery.  After pregnancy, Pilates helps the body quickly get back into shape and strengthen the areas affected by pregnancy and delivery (after doctor's approval and 6-8 weeks recovery).

Pilates offers a variety of exercises with modified variations and special equipment to cater to the needs of the pre-post natal woman.  Classes can range from mat class to equipment classes so the pregnant woman gets a full range of exercise repertoire to keep her motivated and strong both physically and mentally.

Why Pilates for Pregnancy?

* For pelvic stability

* Muscle tone

* Improve body alignment

* To improve circulation and strength

* Offers an alternate breathing technique for delivery

* To improve mental health

* Control weight gain

* While your body is becoming out of control, Pilates provides stability and control for your body.

Why Pilates Post Partum?

* Retrain the core muscles

* For pelvic stability

* Muscle tone

* Improve posture and re-alignment

* To improve circulation and strength

* To de-stress and improve mental health

* Helps aid in weight loss

* Prepares the body for the next pregnancy!

Article by Amy Cady, ABC Pilates, Laguna Niguel

Please consult your doctor before starting a new exercise program.  For your own safety, all pre/post natal women must take at least one private session before joining a group.  During this session, the instructor will evaluate your condition and begin a modified exercise program tailored just for you.   

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