Pilates isn’t just about getting fit and staying fit, it’s about your whole body health. Pregnancy is one of the greatest and most challenging physical events in a woman’s life. At Firehaus Pilates, we want to make sure that you have all the attention and support you need for a healthy, fit pregnancy. We take your health and the health of your baby seriously and will provide you with all the equipment and instruction you need for a great workout during each trimester.
Keeping in shape during pregnancy is important to you and your baby. In addition to the many health benefits prenatal Pilates offer, it can also be an important way to improve your mental wellbeing. A regular Pilates workout can reduce the natural stress that comes with becoming a new mom. Regular exercise is also one of the most effective treatments for depression. In addition, prenatal Pilates will train you to better control your breathing, an essential practice for self-centering during delivery.
Labor may seem intimidating to many expecting mothers and the stress that comes along with pregnancy is no picnic, but ultimately you put yourself in the driver’s seat. By establishing a pattern of good health behaviors early in your pregnancy and carrying them through your entire course, you can take control of how you feel during these hectic months.
If you are just starting your pregnancy, you probably already know how many changes in weight dispersion your body is going to go through. Carrying around a little person inside you will drastically affect your posture and center of gravity. Prenatal Pilates exercises that focus on maintaining and improving your balance will be an important part of your workout regime through your entire pregnancy. Many balance exercises focus on improving strength in your back and core. Firehaus Pilates has the equipment and expertise necessary to adjust your balance exercises as needed.
You’ll notice very early in your pregnancy how much stress your bump puts on your abdominal muscles and back. Just as Pilates help keep your tummy muscles firm during normal years, they can greatly assist with your comfort and appearance during and after your pregnancy. Working out your core during pregnancy can also improve the general, healthy operation of your bladder, bowels, and uterus. As you encounter new changes (and challenges) to your lower body during pregnancy, our team of Pilates instructors will update your Pilates workout to suit your needs.
The sooner during your pregnancy that you begin a specialized Pilates workout, the better the results will be. Of course, even after your delivery, Firehaus Pilates will be there for you to help get back in shape. Give us a call today at (303) 945-6951 with any questions you may have about prenatal Pilates and sign up for our Pregnancy Pilates Class on Wednesdays at 4 PM taught by Clare.