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With many experiencing physical changes during pregnancy, it’s no wonder that doctors are recommending mindful movement modalities like Pilates and Yoga.
In this episode, Marianne explores the key differences between prenatal yoga and prenatal Pilates to help you choose the best practice for your needs. Whether you’re looking to alleviate pain, protect your pelvic floor, or ensure a smoother postpartum recovery, you’ll gain insight into which modality works best based on your goals, stage of pregnancy, and overall focus.
Timestamps:
02:20 — How Pilates alleviates lower back and pelvic pain
04:24 — Protecting the pelvic floor with postural work
05:55 — How Pilates techniques can help have a smoother abdominal wall recovery
07:52 — Why the traditional Pilates focus on control may hinder labour
09:35 — Why some midwives are wary of Pilates: Old-school cues and their potential negative effects on childbirth
11:43 — Why always " holding your stomach in" could make childbirth more difficult
14:17 — The number #1 benefit of prenatal yoga: Learn to surrender
16:22 — Preserving reflexive core abilities: Why unilateral leg work matters
17:30 — The benefits of chanting deserve a full episode!
18:40 — Why repeated backbends and advanced poses may worsen diastasis recti
20:32 — Practicing a root lock may cause pelvic floor dysfunction during pregnancy
22:28 — "Does that feel safe or is it ego?" — How mindful stretching supports your body
If you're an instructor or professional looking to expand your expertise in prenatal and postnatal movement practices, now is the perfect time!
Marianne’s next Pre/Postnatal Pilates Course starts this weekend on September 29th.
Reach out to learn more and join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to supporting expecting mothers - send us an email at [email protected]
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By Marianne Tafani - Core Connect StudioDid you know?
With many experiencing physical changes during pregnancy, it’s no wonder that doctors are recommending mindful movement modalities like Pilates and Yoga.
In this episode, Marianne explores the key differences between prenatal yoga and prenatal Pilates to help you choose the best practice for your needs. Whether you’re looking to alleviate pain, protect your pelvic floor, or ensure a smoother postpartum recovery, you’ll gain insight into which modality works best based on your goals, stage of pregnancy, and overall focus.
Timestamps:
02:20 — How Pilates alleviates lower back and pelvic pain
04:24 — Protecting the pelvic floor with postural work
05:55 — How Pilates techniques can help have a smoother abdominal wall recovery
07:52 — Why the traditional Pilates focus on control may hinder labour
09:35 — Why some midwives are wary of Pilates: Old-school cues and their potential negative effects on childbirth
11:43 — Why always " holding your stomach in" could make childbirth more difficult
14:17 — The number #1 benefit of prenatal yoga: Learn to surrender
16:22 — Preserving reflexive core abilities: Why unilateral leg work matters
17:30 — The benefits of chanting deserve a full episode!
18:40 — Why repeated backbends and advanced poses may worsen diastasis recti
20:32 — Practicing a root lock may cause pelvic floor dysfunction during pregnancy
22:28 — "Does that feel safe or is it ego?" — How mindful stretching supports your body
If you're an instructor or professional looking to expand your expertise in prenatal and postnatal movement practices, now is the perfect time!
Marianne’s next Pre/Postnatal Pilates Course starts this weekend on September 29th.
Reach out to learn more and join a community of like-minded professionals dedicated to supporting expecting mothers - send us an email at [email protected]