Trimester Two
15 Seasons
Welcome to Trimester Two!
Your second trimester of pregnancy consists of 15 weeks, from week 13-27. Additional modifications are required to accommodate for your growing baby in trimester two, and these have been accounted for throughout the next 15 weeks.
Learn more about recommended modifications for Trimester Two: 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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Prenatal Strength and Stretch for Lower Back Pain
Episode 1
Level: gentle • build
Equipment: None
Playlist: https://shorturl.at/xeRUu
Workout: The lower back is a common area of tightness and pain during pregnancy. As your belly grows, your spine and pelvis position change, and this can cause unwanted stress in your lower back. This class will help to rel... -
13:05Episode 2
Lean Legs 2
Episode 2
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 3
Toned Arms 3
Episode 3
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. -
13:25Episode 4
Prenatal Circulation Stretch
Episode 4
Level: gentle
Equipment: None
Playlist: https://rb.gy/24okhe
Workout: Safely stretch your pregnant body to relieve stiffness and pain in your joints and muscles. This stretch focuses on areas of the body that are prone to tightness throughout pregnancy – lower back, waist, hip flexors, glutes and...