Prenatal Matwork with Stability Ball & Flex-Band
Description
The Stability Ball is a perfect tool to use with prenatal clients and adding resistance with the Flex-Band® exerciser delivers a safe and effective workout for moms-to-be. In this interactive seminar, developed by the STOTT PILATES® Academy team, apply the most current medical information, exercise guidelines and research available on pregnancy and movement to innovative STOTT PILATES® exercise adaptations. Learn programming concepts for teaching small groups and private clients specifically in the second trimester. Discuss anatomical and physiological changes, risk factors and movement considerations and leave with strategies for building new prenatal programs as well as enhancing those already in progress.
Workshop
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Available Course Credits
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Merrithew® | 0.20 |
Learning Objectives
- Understand appropriateness of STOTT PILATES as well as possible contraindications during pregnancy
- Hear information about physiological changes throughout all three trimesters
- Examine specific exercise modifications using the Stability Ball and Flex-Band
- Apply the STOTT PILATES Principles of stabilization to prenatal exercises
Course Content
| Welcome | Module | ||
| Resources | Module | ||
| Roll Call | Module | ||
| Next Steps | Module |
Non-Refundable/Non-Transferable:
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Student Cancellations:
If a student cancels their enrollment in a course/workshop, no refunds or credits will be issued.
Schedule Changes:
Enrollments cannot be transferred to another student, course, or workshop.
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For assistance regarding your enrollment, please email academy@merrithew.com .
The following equipment and props are used in this workshop:
- Pilates Mat
- Stability Ball
- Flex-Band
- Gripper Mat
To fully participate in this workshop, participants must have access to the equipment listed for the session. Merrithew® equipment is strongly encouraged, as instruction will be delivered using Merrithew equipment. Participants using substitute equipment will not be blocked from participating; however, Instructor Trainers will not be able to modify the workshop content or provide guidance on adapting exercises during the session.
If you’re interested in purchasing any of the equipment or props featured in this workshop, please visit Merrithew Shop or contact the Merrithew Sales team at equipment@merrithew.com.
STOTT PILATES® 0.2 Continuing Education Credits
Specialty Tracks
Pre- & Post-Natal