Can I exercise during my pregnancy?

Exercising during pregnancy benefits maternal health by improving fitness and quality of life and lowering the likelihood of developing gestational diabetes or hypertension. Women who exercise during pregnancy report less fatigue and may adapt better to the physical changes of pregnancy. For these reasons, women are recommended to exercise for at least 30 minutes daily.

Pilates has been supported by international obstetric exercise guidelines as one of the most appropriate forms of exercise for pregnancy. Women's experience of musculoskeletal changes, discomforts, weight gain and health conditions may vary significantly. The Pilates method approaches exercise with the client as the central focus, with consideration to medical history, fitness goals and preferences. This facilitates a woman-centred and holistic approach to exercise, contributing positively to women’s quality of life during pregnancy.

Gaining medical approval from an Obstetrician or Midwife about exercise during pregnancy is important, particularly if there are pre-existing health conditions or changes to you or your baby’s wellbeing during pregnancy. health status. Not all health conditions preclude women from exercise during pregnancy.

What happens at an initial Pilates consultation?

Exercising during pregnancy benefits maternal health by improving fitness and quality of life and lowering the likelihood of developing gestational diabetes or hypertension. Women who exercise during pregnancy report less fatigue and may adapt better to the physical changes of pregnancy. For these reasons, women are recommended to exercise for at least 30 minutes daily.

Pilates has been supported by international obstetric exercise guidelines as one of the most appropriate forms of exercise for pregnancy. Women's experience of musculoskeletal changes, discomforts, weight gain and health conditions may vary significantly. The Pilates method approaches exercise with the client as the central focus, with consideration to medical history, fitness goals and preferences. This facilitates a woman-centred and holistic approach to exercise, contributing positively to women’s quality of life during pregnancy.

How can Pilates improve my quality of life during pregnancy?

Exercising during pregnancy benefits maternal health by improving fitness and quality of life and lowering the likelihood of developing gestational diabetes or hypertension. Women who exercise during pregnancy report less fatigue and may adapt better to the physical changes of pregnancy. For these reasons, women are recommended to exercise for at least 30 minutes daily.