Testimonial: AS - East Blaxland

I have really enjoyed my experience, as it has allowed me to focus on strength and appropriate exercises to help support my body pre-pregnancy and during pregnancy.

Pregnancy Cycle

• Pregnancy Cycle
  • A safe a secure way to keep up your health and fitness during your pregnancy, without running the risk of damaging your body or your baby.
  • Unlike running and other sports exercises that help keep you fit, but can damage the muscles supporting your growing child, cycling will help support your body, while still giving you the workout you need!
  • These classes help expecting mothers to develop awareness of their pelvic floor and strengthen and support their lower back.
  • The classes also focus on shoulder stability and upper extremity strength, as well as general fitness and flexibility.
  • Regular exercise during pregnancy is recommended to maintain strength and energy, prevent pain and swelling, improve sleep and help with a quicker recovery after childbirth.
  • While the entire body goes through many physical changes, one of the greatest and most obvious changes is the expansion of the abdominals to make room for the baby to grow.
  • Your pelvic floor will also stretch with the weight of the baby during pregnancy and stretch during childbirth.
  • While your muscles stretch around your core and pelvis, they can also become very weak and lead to low back pain and pelvic joint pain during and after childbirth, an increase in pain during labour and a slower recovery after childbirth.

Pregnancy Cycle FAQ

• I'm pregnant can i join a Cycle class?
  • Firstly check with your medical practitioner.
  • Then book in for a free assessment with one of our instructors.

Are there any conditions that restrict exercise?

• Pregnancy induced hypertension
• Incompetent Cervix
• Persistent second or third trimester bleeding
• Premature labour during a prior or current pregnancy
• Vaginal bleeding or ruptured membranes
• Intrauterine growth retardation
• Chronic hypertension, overactive thyroid, cardiac, vascular or pulmonary disease
• Suspected Foetal Distress

Notify PILATES WORKS If You Fall Pregnant

Ladies, if you fall pregnant, please let us know, and stop attending your classes! Regular Pilates programs aren’t suitable for pregnant women, which is why PILATES WORKS has a specialized Pregnancy/Post Partum program that does wonders for both mother and child. We can easily transfer you over to the Pregnancy/Post Partum Pilates program.

To Book A Place In a Forthcoming Class:

Contact PILATES WORKS on Telephone: (02) 4727 7710 or via email:

To Obtain Further Details and Ask Questions Regarding the Programs:

Contact the Studio on Telephone: (02) 4727 7710 or via email:

Can I Do AUSSIE Pilates™ Programs If I Have An Injury?

Every body is different.
To discuss your particular requirements please speak directly with our principal instructor, Suzie Kennedy on Telephone: (02) 4727 7710
PILATES WORKS Instructors also work closely with your medical practitioner, physiotherapist, chiropractor or specialist to design a program that is perfect for your individual requirements.

Should I Modify My Pilates From Trimester To Trimester

Chances are you’ll naturally feel inclined to scale down your exercise routine as your baby and belly grown.  Some key things to remember:  During the first trimester, it’s especially important that you avoid overheating.  After the first trimester you will probably want to eliminate exercises that are performed while flat on your back and while you’re standing in one place for long periods as both can impair your circulation.

FIRST TRIMESTER TIPS

During this time there are usually no visible signs of continual discomfort.   It is important to seek out Instructors who are specially trained in prenatal Pilates (all PILATES WORKS Pregnancy Classes are taught by instructors who hold pregnancy qualifications.  You probably don’t have many restrictions this early in your pregnancy, but remember to follow general safety guidelines such as drinking lots of water before, during and after your PILATES WORKS program to keep well hydrated.  Be sure to breathe deeply and regularly as you stretch.   If you’re a regular Pilates exerciser recognize and accept that your regular routine will require modifications as time goes on.  Listen to your body and trust what it tells you.  If you’re feeling pain or discomfort, make an adjustment.

SECOND TRIMESTER TIPS

In addition to needing to be more cautious because of your loosening joints, also be aware that your slowly expanding girth now affects your sense of balance.  Don’t try to hold positions for a long time.  Remember to ‘sink’ into the Pilates positions slowly and carefully to avoid injury.  Take your time if you have too and don’t overdo it.  You may want to avoid lying on your back around this time, too, to keep blood flowing properly throughout your body.  Although many women are comfortable in this position well into their pregnancies.

THIRD TRIMESTER TIPS

You’re probably feeling less graceful now that your belly is bigger.  There is a great deal of weight gain during this period.  Many hormone changes will occur, such as a softening of the connective tissue, an increase in breast tissue and changes to your metabolism together with restricted breathing as your baby becomes larger.  Gentle Pilates exercise will definitely help you feel better and breath deeper.  There is much evidence to show that regular monitored exercise throughout pregnancy is very beneficial to both mother and baby.  Enjoying a regular Pilates exercise routine before and after the birth of your child will increase your strength, stamina, tone, sense of well being and help you bounce back to your pre-baby shape so much easier.