Prenatal Yoga

Safety Precautions for Prenatal Yoga

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

By Marcia

As every pregnancy is different you should exercise at a comfortable pace according to your own needs. Be aware of your body and adapt the postures to accommodate your tummy as it grows and discontinue the posture at first sign of pain, discomfort, dizziness, nausea or tiredness. While pregnant you should avoid postures that involve... »

Benefits of Swiss Ball During Pregnancy

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

By Marcia

The Swiss Ball can be used during pregnancy to help relief from lower back pain and pregnancy discomfort. Sit on the Swiss Ball and practice rotating movements to take the pressure of the baby from your back, avoid getting stiff and sore joints and practice pelvic floor exercises. Help position the baby into the correct position... »

Prenatal Yoga Double Knee Circle

Monday, December 29, 2008

By Marcia

o Lie down with the knees bent. o Put your hands on your knees and draw it up towards the chest, without applying pressure to the belly. o Take a deep breath in and on the next out breath move the knees away from each other and back towards the chest again, in a circular movement,... »

Prenatal Yoga Pelvic Tilt Posture

Monday, December 29, 2008

By Marcia

o Start by lying on your back with the lower back slightly elevated from the floor, following the natural curse of the spine. Bend the knees and keep the soles of the feet on the floor. o On the next exhalation tilt the hips towards your face, without leaving the floor, pushing the lower back... »

Prenatal Yoga Lunge Forward Posture

Monday, December 29, 2008

By Marcia

o Start by crouching down with the knees open, tilt forward a little and place hands on the floor at a shoulder distance apart. o Step the left foot forward, keeping the knee in alignment with the ankle. o Stretch the right leg out behind you, keeping the knee on the floor for extra support. o Inhale... »