Step 1: Beginner Postnatal Pilates STARTS WED 19th NOV
A 6-week ONLINE introductory postnatal pilates programme from 6 weeks post birth.
Stretch flow, glutes + legs activation 25mins || mat, pilates ball (cushion/ towel) + small towel
Pelvic floor release with body mobility
Pelvic floor exercises 11 mins || mat + cushion
Breath work session 15mins || mat + cushion
Programme introduction - pelvic health info, pelvic floor exercises + self screen diastasis
Body stretch + activate side body, hips + core 23mins || mat, long band + loop band
Abs + core 10mins || mat, long band + ball
Stretch, lengthen + rest 24mins || mat, cushions, rolled hand towel + chair
Whole Body workout 23 mins || mat, long band + pilates ball
Shoulder, arms + upper spine || mat, loop band + 2x small weights
Mobilise + challenge 28mins || mat, long band, loop band, ball + 2x small weights (2 tins)
Low back, glutes + legs || mat, loop band + long band
Triceps, shoulders, core + legs 20mins || mat, long band + loop band
Adding impact tasks 5 mins || mat + loop band
Assess readiness for return to high impact exercise