In her second tutorial for Body Control Pilates Central, Maeve looks at how we can both activate and release the Pelvic Floor in men and women and when it is appropriate to do so.
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Maeve Whelan MSc., SMISCP, Dip Obs. & Gyn.
Specialist Chartered Physiotherapist (Women’s Health)

Maeve is...

We are delighted to welcome Maeve to Body Control Pilates Central with her first tutorial focusing on Pelvic Floor anatomy in men and woman. The tutorial also looks at common Pelvic Floor disorders.
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Maeve Whelan MSc., SMISCP, Dip Obs. & Gyn.
Specialist Chartered Physiotherapist (Women’s H...

This workshop with Cameron focuses on the pelvic floor, its relevant connections and how to effectively integrate it into movement education.

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and tissues that must work in a co-ordinated fashion to be efficient. Whilst often "cued" in order to aid stabil...

This workout is designed for postnatal clients who are new to Pilates. It is perfect for new mothers wanting to get their bodies back in shape after birth. The class also offers Pilates teachers and trainers an insight into the latest approaches to abdominal and pelvic floor repair.
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With tha...

An introduction to working with pregnant clients – this class gives advice on how Pilates can help during pregnancy (particularly with Pelvic Floor work) and contraindications to be aware of.
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Thanks to Ella Porter & Baby Clover!
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Lynne is co-founder and director of Body Control Pilates...

An introduction to working with pregnant clients – this class gives advice on how Pilates can help during pregnancy and contraindications to be aware of.
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With thanks to Ella Porter and Baby Clover!
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Lynne is co-founder and director of Body Control Pilates Education (for whom she lectur...

In this 'Postnatal Pilates' workout, Lynne covers a series of exercises which can help to strengthen and repair your abdominals and pelvic floor post-pregnancy, plus looks at exercises to help with relaxation and restoring good posture.

This class is suitable for clients who are 6 weeks post bi...

This Pregnancy Pilates class with Sarah-Louise focuses on gentle movements which will help you to improve your breathing and alignment throughout pregnancy.

Please ensure you have medical clearance to exercise before following this class.
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With thanks to Sophie Cracknell
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Sarah was a dancer ...

This Pregnancy Pilates class with Sarah-Louise is designed for clients who have Pilates experience but would like to keep up their Pilates workouts during pregnancy to maintain good strength and alignment.

A large physio/exercise ball would be helpful for this class.

Please ensure you have medi...

We are delighted to welcome Abby Lord to Body Control Pilates Central with her first masterclass all about Hypopressives!

Hypopressives have immense potential to rehabilitate chronic,
unspecified low back pain, posture imbalance, breathing and
pelvic floor dysfunction, and so much more. The com...

In this second part of Abby's introductory Hypopressives masterclasses, Abby brings together the breathwork, postures and poses which are integral to the method, and looks at the reason why each plays such an important role.

Please do ensure you have watched Part 1 before this class!

You will ...

*Apologies for the change in 'location' half way through this video - this was due to a technical error which meant the original footage couldn't be recovered. Huge thanks to Abby and her son, Seth, for refilming the second part of the class for us from her home Studio in Scotland!*

After her fi...

This pregnancy masterclass with Sarah is designed for beginner-level clients, and explores the movements that can help to support pregnant women in feeling more connected to their changing body.

This class uses a large physio ball and a resistance band - these are available to purchase from Sis...

Following on from Sarah's pregnancy class for beginner-level clients, this second session is designed for pregnant clients who have a good level of Pilates experience and are later on in their pregnancy. The exercises focus on mobilising the key joints and areas that can tighten up during the sec...