Postnatal Pilates

A Pilates class to support new mums in gaining strength and support postnatally. This class will focus mainly on abdominal work, particularly for strengthening the core and the pelvic floor areas. Students will also concentrate on general arm, shoulder and leg strengthening as lifting and carrying baby.

75 minutes

Postnatal Pilates 28.06.21

In this class, we shall be using a pilates ball as a useful prop for our workout.
Focus is on the pelvic floor and carefully building up abdominal strength
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person, or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 14.06.21

A limb strengthening class today plus important abdominal and pelvic floor work.
Have a resistance band ready for this session.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person, or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 07.06.21

Postnatal joints can be sensitive and unstable. I shall show you how using props can help you.
A resistance band or yoga strap would be useful today.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person, or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 31.05.21

This week is a full body workout with some specific reminders for mums under 6 months Postnatal, but it is also suitable for those over 6 months.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning. Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person, or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 24.05.21

For those who are new to Pilates as well as motherhood. We look at the postnatal body and how they can benefit from Pilates.
It is also good for regular students to be reminded of the fundamentals of Postnatal Pilates.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person, or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 17.05.21

Postnatal joints can be extremely sensitive.
Today we look at moving carefully through the exercises to protect and strengthen them.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person, or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 10.05.21

In this session you will be focusing on balance and coordination.  Both can be compromised during pregnancy and afterwards.  It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person, or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 03.05.21

Today we are looking at working the side body and how gentle twisting can help to mobilise the spine and hips.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 26.04.21

Today we look at strengthening the obliques and the glutes and their relationship to “the core.”  How it is important to include the back and side body in strengthening it.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning. Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person, or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 19.04.21

As a result of pregnancy, the body has stretched open in many ways.  In this class, we focus on drawing everything inwards, to the centre.  Particular attention is paid to the pelvic floor and abdominals. It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 12.04.21

An all over workout today. As usual, the pelvic floor and abdominals are focused on. Modifications are given for mums under 6 months postnatal.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 29.03.21

Today we are looking at working the side body and how gentle twisting can help to mobilise the spine and hips.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 22.03.21

In today’s class we will be working towards stretching and strengthening the upper body.
 It would useful to have a resistance band or yoga strap handy.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 15.03.21

Through Postnatal Pilates we all aim to strengthen our abdominals.
However, it is equally important to strengthen the posterior chain to support those abs.
Today we shall be working towards strengthening our backs and lateral muscles.
 It would useful to have a resistance band or yoga strap to hand and a ball or foam roller/ bolster.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 02.03.21

In this class we are drawing our attention to the arms and shoulders using a resistance band and also looking at  strengthening abdominals in a four point kneeling position.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 15.02.21

After pregnancy your centre of gravity can change. Today we are focussing on alignment and finding our centre.
A ball or yoga brick would be handy as would a resistance band or yoga strap- however you can also do without them.

It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.

Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.

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Postnatal Pilates 22.02.21

You should be careful with joints after giving birth but after six months we can take progress a little further. Today we look at hip strengthening and mobilisation. Suitable for 6 months after delivery.

It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.

Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.

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Postnatal Pilates 01.02.21

A full body workout today, with some resistance band work on arms and shoulders,.
You can also use a strap or go without.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 25.01.21

Today we are strengthening and mobilising the hips which can become tight postnatally.
Also included is abdominal work with a little more intensity than in previous weeks.
This week’s recording is suitable if you are 4 months + postpartum
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 18.01.21

Today’s class includes a look at the importance of protecting your joints and introduces another prop which you might like to try: the Pilates circle.
is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning. Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 04.01.21

The focus this week is on intensifying abdominal engagement a little more while being careful and aware of how this feels.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning. Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 11.01.21

This week as well, as the usual pelvic floor and abdominal work, the glutes and legs get a good workout!
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning. Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 21.12.20

This week’s class shows you how to work the upper body, arms and shoulders with the use of a strap or resistance band.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning. Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 14.12.20

A full body workout with an emphasis on the benefits of strengthening the glutes. It is advisable to have a blanket or pillow handy for cushioning and to use a Pilates mat. Please do not undertake any exercise, either in person, online or a recording without consent from your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 30/11/20

This week we are looking at the importance of strengthening the back and the impact weak abdominals can  have on back health.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning. Please do not undertake any exercise online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 16.11.20

This week’s class is a full body workout with a focus on the pelvic floor and abdominals.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise, online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 09.11.20

This week we are looking at strengthening legs.
In connection to legs, we will be working those glutes which is so important for back health.
It is advisable to use a padded Pilates mat or have a blanket or pillow handy for extra cushioning.
Please do not undertake any exercise, online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
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Postnatal Pilates 2.11.20

A class for new mums.
This week’s class focusses on shoulders. You may find that feeding and carrying your baby, lifting and carrying their accessories can take its toll on the neck and shoulders. We shall be looking at the importance of good posture to keep our shoulders pain free and healthy.
There are also options given to step it up a bit if you are over 6 months postnatal.
Please do not undertake any exercise, online, in person or recorded without the consent of your GP.
Equipment:
Please use a cushioned Pilates mat or have a blanket handy as padding for wrists, knees, hips etc.
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