Just Keep Moving - Week 37
3rd Trimester
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44m
As we get closer and closer to birth, it has never been so important to keep the body moving. It doesn't have to be long or 100% effort, but by moving the body and getting the blood circulating we can keep the swelling, aches and pain away. I have found on the days I move and do Pilates even if it's only 20 min my swelling and pain/discomfort in my hands, pelvis, low back goes away not to mention I feel better and more energized after. It's hard because at this point we aren't sleeping and doing anything is a challenge, believe me I feel you. We will move slow and start with the stability ball and upper body work with the Thera-band. Focusing on the breath, we will move to the mat as well as do some wall work with the ball standing. We will finish with a relaxation/meditation at the end.
Props needed:
Stability/birthing ball, Thera-band or weights if you don't have one, pillows.
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