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At-Home Pilates Pregnancy Workout

Pilates Pregnancy Modifications

Most exercise modifications happen during the second and third trimester due to your expanding belly. At this point, movements are best done seated upright or side lying. However, you can work supine as long as your head is elevated with pillows at 30 degrees above your heart for no longer than six minutes, turning to the side for a break. This ensures natural blood flow and oxygen to the fetus.

Most Pilates exercises can be done on a mat with small props, such as pillows or cushions to support the head, the magic circle, foam rollers and therabands for extra resistance.