Great Arm, leg and (amazing) back work. Your class was so great for me. A novice,not pregnant, beginner. I found your class the best I've had so far. Thank you!
Thank you so much! I am glad that you enjoyed the class. I also love this particular class for the arm and back work. I did the class a few days ago and really enjoyed the lying arm series. Take care!
Yes, side lying work is considered safe to do through out the entire pregnancy. Of course, the type of side work that can be performed, some which is more difficult than others, strictly depends on the individual woman. Can she do the exercise with control, integrity, breath and lastly, does SHE feel safe and confident in the position. This goes for any exercise not just side lying when working with prenatal clients (well...any client for that matter .
Side lying work is very effective and helpful for prenatal clients. Depending on the exercise, pregnant women will be achieving an opening stretch, strength, control, pelvic stability, hip strength and control, balance, confidence, etc - all of which are so important for a healthy pregnancy, labor and postpartum healing.
.....Pregnant women are made to move their bodies; it's a vital part of a healthy pregnancy. Yes, there are some things we avoid in Pilates, but there are so many things that we can continue to do in full or modified form.
I hope that this helps a bit, Heidi! Please let me know if you have any other questions.