Trimester Three
13 Seasons
Welcome to Trimester Three!
Your third trimester of pregnancy consists of 13 weeks, from week 28-40. You may be starting to feel a little heavier and more fatigued now. Savour your energy by reducing the intensity, duration and/or frequency of your workouts. Stay active when you can and in a way that feels good in your own body.
Learn more about recommended modifications for Trimester Three: https://pilatesbybel.com/blogs/journal/how-to-modify-exercise-for-each-trimester-of-pregnancy
Sip on plenty of water as you move your body, and don't be afraid to rest more as and when needed. If you are unsure about anything, please seek advice from your midwife or obstetrician, or contact me for advice at [email protected].
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15:55Episode 1
Prenatal Core
Episode 1
Level: gentle • build
Equipment: None
Playlist: https://rb.gy/24okhe
Workout: Safely work your core through kneeling, into side lying, and into four-point kneeling. Introduce lower body and upper body strength to assist. Drink plenty of water as you go, and don't be afraid to stop for a breather ... -
14:39Episode 2
Active Stretch
Episode 2
Level: gentle
Equipment: None
Playlist: https://rb.gy/jdxy84
Workout: Flow through a sequence of active, dynamic stretches to help lengthen and mobilise tight muscles while creating a bit of heat. -
13:05Episode 3
Lean Legs 2
Episode 3
Level: build
Equipment: PBB Band (optional)
Playlist: https://rb.gy/24okhe
Workout: Strengthen, lengthen and tone your glutes and legs. This workout is a standing lower body set to work your outer thighs, inner thighs, hamstrings and glutes. Add a resistance band to intensify the challenge. -
07:30Episode 4
Toned Arms 3
Episode 4
Level: build
Equipment: PBB Weights (optional)
Playlist: https://rb.gy/24okhe
Workout: From a kneeling or standing position, move through a full set of arm & shoulder exercises, and follow-up with some tricep dip variations. Grab onto a set of wrist/hand weights, don't stop moving and feel the burn.