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Why Pre-Natal Movement Needs Both Strength and Mindfulness

17th March 2026. No comments.

When people think about exercise during pregnancy, the first word that often comes to mind is relaxation. Prenatal yoga classes are often imagined as gentle stretching, breathing exercises, and creating space for rest. While relaxation and nervous system support are incredibly important during pregnancy, they are only one part of the picture. Many pregnant women want more than simply “taking it easy.” They want to maintain strength, feel capable in their changing [read on]

Is Your Pilates or Yoga Teaching Supporting Pelvic Health? The role of breath, posture & myofascial organisation

11th February 2025. No comments.

Could your Pilates or Yoga classes be exacerbating pelvic health issues such as stress incontinence (SI), pelvic organ prolapse (POP), or other common postpartum and menopause-related symptoms? How does intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) play a role, and how can breath, posture, and myofascial organisation help address these concerns? It's not a pretty picture I'm afraid! Pelvic health issues like stress incontinence (SI), pelvic organ prolapse (POP), and diastasis recti affect a significant number [read on]

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