Q & A Postnatal Exercise
Postnatal
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Now that your baby is born, as a new ‘Mum’ you are often super keen to get back into shape, feel good, and even prepare for any subsequent pregnancies. Initially it is crucial that our exercise program should focus firstly on optimising the activation of the core muscles (especially the pelvic floor); secondly it should focus on activating and strengthening the large muscle groups in the correct way. Optimal function of the postural and large muscle groups reduces the likelihood of developing post-partum related aches and pains!
Our classes are presented in two stages 0-8 weeks and 8-16+ weeks and aim to;
• restores your pre pregnancy shape and posture
• restores good breathing patterns
• regains control of the pelvic floor and core muscles
• prevents or management incontinence issues
• assists in the treatment of “abdominal separation” (Rectus Abdominus Diastasis)
• begins to increase overall strength to adapt to the physical demands of motherhood
• prepares your body for aerobic and high impact exercise