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SUB: Pilates while Pregnant: The Do’s and Don’ts You Should Know355282548577500Hi XXX, A common myth surrounding pregnancy is that you have to stop your fitness routine. However, there are many safe fitness routines women can do while pregnant, including Pilates, which promotes inclusion, growth, appreciation, empowerment and value.SOURCE: Club Pilates, the largest Pilates franchise in the U.S. with nearly 150 U.S. studios open across the country, offers the following do’s and don’ts of practicing Pilates while pregnant:DO’sPractice breathing techniques: Take this time for yourself and relax. You’ll thank yourself during labor when you have mastered your breathing.Protect your back: It’s important to strengthen your lower back muscles to support all the extra baby weight carried during your pregnancy.Adjust your positioning: The use of light equipment can be helpful to make sure everything is aligned. Tip: the spine supporter combined with matwork exercises get the best results. Know your breaking point: Don’t overdo it and make sure you drink lots of water to stay hydrated.DON’TsLay off the extra crunches: While abdominal support is crucial, ab workouts should be decreased while carrying your little one. Be aware of the possibility of diastasis recti (separation of the abdominal muscles) and know how to catch it.Avoid over stretching: Due to hormonal changes, ligaments surrounding your joints become lax, leaving them loose and vulnerable. Make sure you continue to strengthen the muscles around your joints to add extra support.Limit time spent on your back: Lying on your back often after the 16th week of gestation may cause the maternal and fetal blood supply to be affected. Instead, try doing exercises standing up.Would you be interested in sharing these tips with your readers or connecting to a master trainer at Club Pilates for more information? Thanks,XXX ................
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