Pilates and Pregnancy

  Pilates has proven to be very beneficial for pregnancy.  Pilates requires you to move consciously-using the breath to revitalize and energize-something needed for labor!  Every movement in Pilates comes from the "center", helping you focus on those muscles necessary for labor and delivery.  We will also focus on strength, especially in the shoulders and in the upper back, which will assist with nursing.  In addition, as your body weight starts to become heavier in the front due to the baby, balance becomes increasingly important.  Finally, due to the extra weight in front, the hip flexors and hamstrings become extremely tight.  We will help you stay flexible by keeping the muscles stretched.  However, in addition to having your OB/GYN's release to practice equipment-based Pilates, we require women to begin a Pilates program before beginning Pilates for your safety and the baby's!

                                                                           Kristin Korinek-9 mos. pregnant!