10 Minute Solution: Prenatal Pilates

Review by Rosnow for 10 Minute Solution: Prenatal Pilates
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Okay, I bought this workout video for the Pilates for Flexibility section, as I wanted a nice stretchy type workout to do before I go to bed. This fits that bill. I have however, previewed the other segments and would like to address concerns about working out while lying on your back.

First, this video is NOT endorsed by the ACOG because you DO some parts of some workouts on your back (hey, it’s Pilates). However, the time is limited that you are on your back, and for each exercise that you do on your back, you’re moving around–up, down, side-to-side. The whole reason for the “don’t lie on your back after 20-weeks” rule is that the growing uterus can exert pressure on the inferior vena cava (a major vein which returns blood from your lower body to your heart)–which can result in dizziness, low blood pressure, and a possible reduction in blood flow to the uterus and, therefore, baby. So, in my non-professional opinion (although, this is my second pregnancy, so I’m not a complete newbie), as long as you’re not on your back for too long, and especially if you’re moving around stretching and exercising, it’s not a big deal.

If you’re still concerned, I’ll break it down by section.

Two sections–Standing Pilates and Total Body Pilates have no portion where you are on your back.

Core Pilates obviously has you on your back, but it’s on an incline, so that eliminates/reduces the pressure on the inferior vena cava.

Pilates for Buns and Thighs has you lay flat, mostly to lift your pelvis for bridges and the like. Again, movement is going to reduce the pressure, and it’s only for about 3 minutes of the segment.

Pilates for Flexibility has me on my back for about 2 minutes total, and for most of that time I’m rolling from side-to-side stretching.

I hope that answers people’s concerns about this video.

Review by K. Ward for 10 Minute Solution: Prenatal Pilates
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I’m in the 5th week of my 3rd pregnancy. I gained 45 with my first and was in terrible shape. I didn’t loose the weight until after my 2nd pregnancy where I only gained 25, but started overweight. I finally lost all the baby weight and then some and now here I am for #3. I am no where near in great shape, but at least my weight is down and I’m working on it. I started working out early and I’ve promised myself I would have a more healthy pregnancy this time. My diet is great, I just needed to find a workout that I would enjoy and that wouldn’t take an hour of my time. I purchased 4 pregnancy workouts – 2 pilates and 2 yoga and I love them all. I looked at pretty much every prenatal workout Amazon has to offer (spent a couple days reading reviews) and am super happy with my choices. All 4 make the workout very personal, the music is great, and there isn’t any of that super peppy over acting stuff like so many workouts. They are all well trained in their art and have many years of experience behind them.

#1 – 10 minute Solution Prenatal Pilates with Lizbeth Garcia

This really energized me. It uses weights along with great moves and my heart rate was up and going. I love Lizbeth Garcia. I LOVE that you can pick which order you do the workouts in and you can do one or as many as you like! I’m looking forward to the postnatal workout after my beautiful little one arrives!

#2 – Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga with Elena Brower

This is a great workout! This is my first time doing yoga, though I’ve done some of the moves in my regular non-pregnancy pilates workouts, and I’m loving it. It has really loosened up my stiffness and made my hips and lower back feel so much better. I thought I was going to die during my 2nd pregnancy because of all my aches and pains. I talked with many of my friends about yoga and what I should look for. They told me about how I should feel it, but not overstretch, to know what my bodies limits are. The breathing really helps. This one also has a postnatal workout!

#3 – Pilates During Pregnancy with Niece Pecenka

All I can say is – wow! My legs are out of shape. The ab workout is great and helps me feel open and even helped my bloated feeling pass. The leg work is a challenge and has a lot of different moves my other pilates workouts don’t, but I know it will get easier as I gain strength. Some of he movements aren’t always the same length, but I still love doing this workout.

#4 – Yoga for Pregnancy Labor & Birth with Colette Crawford

I did this today and it really relaxed my body and mind (which I needed as my 3 and 5 year old were running around the house doing crazy things). It’s very simple and straightforward and anyone can do it. I feel motivated after doing it and so many pressures are gone. As mentioned in some of the other reviews the girls in it aren’t super skinny and that is kind of nice sometimes. She talks a lot about breathing, being in the moment, and just knowing your body. I would recommend this to anyone who just needs some time to learn to relax and do some great stretching to help with aches and pains!

I hope this helps anyone out there looking for some great workouts to stay in shape and feel in control during pregnancy. Just a side note, I’ve noticed working out really helps me control my cravings and wanting to over eat. It strengthens my mind and helps me feel in control.

Review by FitMom for 10 Minute Solution: Prenatal Pilates
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Currently in my sixth month of pregnancy, I enjoy doing this pilates workout. This prental pilates workout is part of the 10 minute solution series. There are five 10 minute segments that can be done all together or combined in any way you like. The segments include pilates for upper body, lower body, core strength, total body pilates and pilates for flexiblity. It also has a 10 minute segment “blast belly fat fast” for after the baby. The workout moves quickly, so while not terribly challenging, it is fun and stimulating for those who are advanced exercisers yet doable for beginners. Completing the workout leaves me feeling flexible yet toned.