Your body is an incredible machine with many parts working together to do a movement like this one. So much of the pilates repertoire utilises this chest lift as a start position so unless you have a specific neck or back condition that prohibits you from doing it, you will want to work on building strength in a way that minimises pain experienced.

In order to move in a way that increases the focus on the abdominals, I have three tips that I teach to all new clients.

Although quite popular nowadays, there are still many women who haven’t heard of pilates, so today I will let you know what it is and why you may want to consider adding it to your weekly activities when you are pregnant and once you have had a baby.

Read why pilates is great for pre and post natal women in this blog on the Natural Parent Magazine.

Learn easy ways to help your pelvic floor maintain its function everyday and where to get more information about the various concerns you may have relating to your pelvic floor. This is the final blog in the Pilates 101 series.

Pelvic Floor 101 - Part 2

Today’s blog post will talk all about the symptoms to keep in mind and what to do when you don’t just want to put up with them anymore. Thinking about booking with a women’s health physio - find out what happens at your first visit too.

What do you think of when you hear the words Pelvic Floor?

It's a really important part of your body that works really hard during pregnancy and post partum and will be with you until a ripe old age. I have 5 points that I want you to know about when it comes to your pelvic floor.

1. Kegels are useful - but please learn how to fully relax your pelvic floor muscles too

2. Even mild symptoms are symptoms (that should be addressed)

3. What happens at your first visit with a women’s health physiotherapist

4. Things you can do at home to help your pelvic floor

5. Where to get more information

To find out the full details about each point, read the following blogs