pilates through Pregnancy workshop

LED BY DEBRA GOODMAN

COMING THIS FALL/WINTER!

In this two-day mat seminar, students will learn the anatomy and physiology of pregnancy.  We will discuss the musculoskeletal changes that occur and how the growing fetus affects a client's center of gravity and posture.  We will review the impacts of pregnancy on muscle length and skeletal alignment throughout the body, and we will go into depth into the role of the pelvic floor and the abdominal muscles and how they are affected by pregnancy and birth.  We will clarify the contraindications and precautions of working with this unique population and discuss ideal positions and important components of exercise during pregnancy.  We will review appropriate exercises to support the changing pregnant body.  Upon completion of the course, instructors will be able to design and implement a safe exercise program for pregnant client integrating the course material.