Is Pilates in pregnancy safe?

Yes! Pilates is a safe, non impact, low intensity exercise programme. It is safe for women to do in a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy. The Royal College of Obstetrician’s and Gynaecologist’s recommend that pregnant woman do 150minutes of moderate exercise a week. Keeping active in pregnancy is known to help control weight gain, improve sleep, and helps prevent some complications like diabetes and high blood pressure. Research has also show some evidence of benefits for the baby too!

Your body shape and physiology changes in pregnancy though, so we make small adaptations to keep your exercises safe and effective for your stage of pregnancy.

If you are new to exercise it is advised to wait until your second trimester before beginning something new.