Feb 24, 2025
Incorporating movement into your daily life can be easier than you think! By using what’s already part of your routine and making small, intentional changes, you can build healthy, sustainable habits that support your pregnancy journey and might even help through post-partum! People often talk about “losing the baby weight” or “bouncing back after pregnancy”, but these phrases can feel overwhelming and discouraging. Instead of focusing on unrealistic expectations, let’s shift the perspective. The steps below are designed to make starting your movement journey approachable, empowering, and stress-free!
Approach One: Doorway Delights
A quick stretch to open up the chest and shoulders while moving through your home.
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Choice Two: Gentle Hanging
Stretch your back, open your hips, and relieve tension while prepping a meal.
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Route Three: Hands on the Wall
A quick stretch for your calves and hamstrings while walking from point A to point B.
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Option Four: Hug the Baby
Promote relaxation, core engagement, and better sleep with deep breathing.
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Path Five: Opposite arm-leg Reach
Use TV time to get some gentle movement in with an all-fours stretch.
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Suggestion Six: March in Place
A simple way to improve circulation and stability while waiting for your morning coffee.
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Alternative Seven: Morning Roll Downs
Start your day with a gentle full-body stretch.
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I hope you can implement these steps into your everyday life. Setting aside a few minutes for you, your body and your baby can work wonders.
Hi, I’m Torey! I’m passionate about Pilates and the power of mindful movement. I believe that breath, movement, and intentional care for the body are essential for overall well-being. My goal is to help others build strength, mobility, and awareness through Pilates, creating a practice that supports both physical and mental health.
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