This video is part of the Pilatesmatclinic.com Postnatal Pilates - level 1 series. Specifically designed for those coming back to exercise post birth, in the early postnatal period. Great for: - core muscle reactivation - glute strengthening - arm shaping - back strengthening -overall strengthening - abdominal muscle separation (diastasis recti) - back pain - muscle rebalance post birth These videos emphasise correct technique and positioning for early postnatal exercise. Videos in the Postnatal Pilates Level 1 Series can be used interchangeably and can be performed safely every day. Videos in the Postnatal Pilates Level 1 Series can be used once you’ve had a satisfactory postnatal check at (this is usually at 6-8 weeks following a vaginal birth and 8-12 weeks following a C-section).

Tight, sore upper back and shoulders? Reset your posture and stretch with this easy to follow, very short regime daily. Perfect for: stretching out tight upper back and shoulders caused by baby care.

Use this video tweak your posture and warm up before using other videos in the Level 1 Series. Correct the posture and then warm up the muscles with this easy to follow instructional video. This video can be used on it's own or as a warm up before using other videos in the Level 1 Series. It is suitable for use for all. Good for: Seting up a good posture Warming up the joints before a workout Leg and glute strengthening Postnatal Pilates warm up Achieving a neutral posture is central to Pilates and it can greatly help to relieve back pain and other musculoskeletal pain if practiced regularly. Standing and exercising with good posture and alignment will promote muscle balance over time and can help to prevent unnecessary wear and tear caused by poor exercise technique and posture.

This series of short videos has been specifically designed for those coming back to exercise post birth, in the early postnatal period. Good For: Re-activation of the core muscles post birth glute strengthening Overall strengthening Abdominal muscle separation Back pain Achy shoulders and neck Muscle rebalance post birth These videos emphasise correct technique and positioning for early postnatal exercise. Videos in the Postnatal Pilates Level 1 Series can be used interchangeably and can be performed safely every day. Videos in the Postnatal Pilates Level 1 Series can be used once you’ve had a satisfactory postnatal check at (this is usually at 6-8 weeks following a vaginal birth and 8-12 weeks following a C-section).

This series of short videos has been specifically designed for those coming back to exercise post birth, in the early postnatal period. Good For: Re-activation of the core muscles post birth Overall strengthening Abdominal muscle separation Back pain Achy shoulders and neck Muscle rebalance post birth These videos emphasise correct technique and positioning for early postnatal exercise. Videos in the Postnatal Pilates Level 1 Series can be used interchangeably and can be performed safely every day. Videos in the Postnatal Pilates Level 1 Series can be used once you’ve had a satisfactory postnatal check at (this is usually at 6-8 weeks following a vaginal birth and 8-12 weeks following a C-section).

Pilates for lower back pain stage 1 is designed for those with lower back pain or those who have been advised by their doctor or physiotherapist to exercise the 'core muscles'. It is an instructional video using Pilates technique to activate the 'core' muscles. The video is suitable for beginners and all levels of experience. This video is suitable for use during the postnatal period; following a satisfactory postnatal check by your GP. This video is not suitable for use during the second or third trimester of pregnancy.

Second in a series for lower back pain; ths video works on techniques for core muscle activation. The video is for use as a follow on from the previous video Pilates for Lower Back Pain Stage 1.