Strong, Flexible and Ready: Here's Why Classical Pilates is Your Best Workout Buddy During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a wild journey. Your body is creating a new life, and it’s completely natural to notice changes both physically and mentally. Perhaps you've already felt some soreness in your lower back, tension in your shoulders, or a heavy sensation in your pelvis. Here, classical pilates can be your best friend. Pilates helps you build strength, flexibility, and body awareness, allowing you to experience a stronger and more comfortable pregnancy – and importantly, it also helps you to be better prepared for childbirth and the postpartum period.

Pilates and Pregnancy: A Perfect Combination

Classical pilates is a gentle yet effective form of exercise that can be adapted to your pregnant body. The focus is on core muscles, breathing, and stability – three elements that can really make a difference when your body is going through major changes. Here are some of the greatest benefits:

1. Stronger Pelvic Floor Your pelvic floor is working hard during pregnancy. Pilates exercises train the pelvic floor in a functional way, so it can support the uterus, bladder, and bowels. A strong pelvic floor can reduce the risk of incontinence and support an easier childbirth.

2. Less Pain and Better Posture Many pregnant women experience pain in the lower back and pelvis due to changes in weight and shifts in the center of gravity. Pilates strengthens the core muscles that support the spine and helps you maintain good posture.

3. Better Breathing and Relaxation Breathing plays a big role both during pregnancy and in childbirth itself. Pilates teaches you to breathe deeply and consciously, which can reduce stress and make you feel more relaxed.

4. Preparation for Childbirth Pilates exercises activate the muscles important during childbirth – especially the pelvic floor, abdominal, and back muscles. Knowing your body better often makes you feel more secure and ready for the big day.

5. Lower Risk of Pregnancy-Related Conditions Regular exercise can reduce the risk of gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity – benefiting both you and your baby.

   
   

What Does the Health Authority Say?

The Health Authority recommends that pregnant women are physically active for at least 150 minutes a week at moderate intensity. They highlight the importance of exercise that strengthens muscles, improves circulation, and supports healthy weight gain – exactly what pilates can do. Additionally, they point out that pregnant women can benefit from doing pelvic floor exercises daily to prevent urinary incontinence.

Safe and Effective Pregnancy Exercise at Frog Pilates

At Frog Pilates in Nørrebro, we offer small, safe classes that accommodate individual needs. I have many years of experience in pregnancy training and help you find exercises that suit you and your pregnancy best. We work with the whole body – but always with a focus on your core, your breathing, and your overall well-being.

If you dream of a pregnancy with less pain, more energy, and a sense of strength in your body, come and join one of our courses. You are always welcome to contact me if you have questions or are curious if pilates might be right for you.

Your body is doing an amazing job – give it the support it deserves.