Exercise after a C-section & how to get started
How soon can you exercise after having a caesarean section? Whether it was planned or an emergency, a c-section is major abdominal surgery. Despite this you are still often home with baby a couple of days later and trying to get on with motherhood and house tasks. With any other abdominal or general surgery we […]
Returning to postnatal running
If you’re a runner, returning to running postnatally is probably something you asked even before your baby was born! Running is one of the easiest exercise forms to fit in around mum/baby life and has the added benefit of blowing off any psychological/mental steam that your newly consumed life may bring. Returning to running postnatally […]
My Fitness & Lifestyle Update
I always find these types of blog posts harder to write, and perhaps no one wants to read personal posts! But, by doing so it helps me reflect on where I am with my fitness goals, healthy lifestyle and helps me get back on track if things have fallen apart recently. The happens so much […]
Low back pain: The full guide of facts, videos & exercises
All you need for low back pain now in one place! I have brought together all the posts and videos I have done so far around low back pain to make it easier for you to find, and provide a good reference for those who need it! The first post on Pilates for low back […]
All you need to know about your pelvic floor! Facts, tips & exercises
The pelvic floor! The area that takes the burden during pregnancy and labour, yet there is not enough information about it and it is not talked about enough. It is estimated that 3 in 4 mothers will experience pelvic problems later in life from birth-related problems, and once help is sought, 25-40% of women have […]
Exercise in pregnancy: The complete antenatal guidelines
Here we present the recently released, up-to-date complete Antenatal Exercise Guidelines! Exercising during pregnancy is now greatly encouraged, however there is so much confusion around what is safe to do, what is wrong to do, and who should be doing what to ensure the best for both mother and baby! In fact, only 15% of […]
Pilates & strength training: Why they are an essential combination, and how to get started!
Strength training has become a huge part of life for many people, from the gym junkie, those who just like to keep fit, those rehabilitating injury, those combating mental health, and those using it as an adjunct to their sport. Lifting weights ticks all of these boxes and more, but incorporating pilates in to your […]
Daily stretches for spine mobility
Having a flexible spine is key to restoring your whole body and spine mobility! Since your spine generally has to move with most other movements, it is important to ensure it is flexible and able to move as much as you require, without discomfort. Around 80% of the population will experience back pain in their […]
Pilates DOs & DONTs- How to have a safe & effective workout every time!
With this being January and the start of many people’s “new fitness regimes” I thought I’d do a post on your pilates technique! This applies to ANYONE starting pilates, but is also just as important to the regular participant for perfecting your technique and avoiding bad habits. Technique is the key to everything. If you […]
New year ambitions for 2019!
The New Year is always a welcomed fresh start to most people. The reflection of the previous year and all it’s good & bad, and the desire, ambition, and excitement to achieve more for the coming year ahead. Most “New Year resolutions” however seem to stem from negativity. They are created around things we dislike […]
