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Best Pilates Pregnancy DVD

Updated on March 14, 2013

The Best Pilates Pregnancy DVD

I did pilates during both of my pregnancies and I found it beneficial in so many ways. A pilates pregnancy DVD is brilliant exercise when you are pregnant as its low impact but still tones your body. Prenatal pilates helped me keep my core and abdonminal muscles toned and strong during pregnancy which is good for preventing back ache, helps to keep your figure and is beneficial during labor too. I found pilates also gave me the opportunity to tone the pelvic floor too which is something every pregnant women should make high on their to do list. Pilates also helps you work on posture which again is good when you're balance is so affected with your growing belly!

The best pregnancy pilates dvd for you, will depend on whether you have done pilates before or are a beginner. There are also DVDs which incorporate pilates and other forms of exercise as well as DVDs which have shorter workouts for women who have busy lives and need exercise to slot in.

Read on for lots of suggestions of the best pilates pregnancy DVD.

Pilates During Pregnancy, Vol. 1

Over 156 reviews of this DVD on amazon.com.

There are two different workouts which can be done separately or together.

Pilates During Pregnancy, Vol. 1
Pilates During Pregnancy, Vol. 1
Pilates During Pregnancy with Niece Pecenka - An inpiring Pilates based routine adapted for busy women in all trimesters who want to feel fit, healthy, and fabulous.Pilates requires you to move consciously - using the breath to revitalize and energize - something you will need to depend on during and after childbirth. Every movement in Pilates emanates from the "center" - helping you focus on those muscles necessary for labor and delivery.This routine is comprised of two distinct sections to make the most of you time.Section I - abdominal and breath work = 15 minutesSection II - side leg series, lower body work = 30 minutesSections I and II can be combined for a longer workout depending upon your time and energy level.You will need a minimum of three blankets, folded and stacked.
 

PIlates During Pregnancy DVD Review

Here's a review on the pilates during pregnancy DVD above.

10 Minute Solution: Prenatal Pilates

This is a very good pilates DVD which is particularly suited for those short on time. There are five, 10 minute workouts which can be done separately or together for a longer workout.

10 Minute Solution: Prenatal Pilates
10 Minute Solution: Prenatal Pilates
Pilates For Buns & Thighs: Get ready to strengthen your lower body and get toned, firm thighs and buns – even as your belly continues to get bigger.Standing Pilates: For this segment, instructor Lizbeth Garcia reworked traditional mat work into standing exercises that help improve strength, balance and coordination – things needed throughout pregnancy, especially needed in the third trimester.Core Pilates: This workout focuses on strengthening your core muscles to help you bounce back from delivery and may even help to reduce lower back pain during pregnancy.Pilates For Flexibility: Allow your body and mind to relax while you focus on releasing tight muscles through fluid exercises that will increase your flexibility and overall sense of well-being.Total Body Pilates: Designed to develop overall muscle strength and flexibility, this segment will help you firm and tone your body. It may also make delivery easier by teaching you how to breathe deeply and evenly while tightening the muscles of your pelvic floor.POSTNATAL BONUS WORKOUT: FLAT BELLY FAST As a special bonus to use after your pregnancy, this core-focused segment created by instructor Suzanne Bowen zeros in on the deepest abdominal muscles with a singular goal: to flatten your belly fast. A set of 2- 3 pound dumbbells and 1-2 pillows are recommended for this workout.
 

Exercise for Pregnancy and Beyond: A Pilates-Based Approach for Women

Exercise for Pregnancy and Beyond: A Pilates-Based Approach for Women
Exercise for Pregnancy and Beyond: A Pilates-Based Approach for Women
This pilates based pregnancy exercise routine has four excellent reviews over on Amazon. It includes pilates combined with other exercise for pregnant women.
 

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