How to trim your mum tum 3 – Pilates
‘In 10 sessions, feel the difference; in 20, see the difference, in 30 you’ll have a new body, ’ as claimed by Joseph Pilates, founder of the favoured exercise regime of a roll-call of toned celebs including Jennifer Aniston, Uma Thurman and Madonna.
But behind the hype, Pilates is a great exercise for mummy tummies. ‘Pilates can’t get rid of the stretched skin. But it can return your tummy to one that might entertain your jeans again,’ says Pilates coach and mum, Lindsey Jackson. Pilates uses stretching and holding positions to build your body’s core strength and improve your posture.
‘Pilates is a fabulous way of getting back into shape after having a baby. It can be safely done after your six week check and some moves can also be done immediately post birth,’ says Lindsey. ‘Suitable for mums who’ve had a ‘C’ section, Pilates improves core strength. I’ve taught women who, even years post-birth, have managed to get their abs pulled back in.’ Lindsey recommends a 10 minute Pilates workout every day ‘to feel the difference within a few weeks’.
Wait until at least six weeks after the birth of your baby, longer if you had complications or a caesarean, and always check with your GP before you start any exercise.
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