Duration
2 Hours
Total Barre®
Modified for Pre- & Post-Natal
About the workshop
Expectant and new mothers alike will reap the myriad benefits of exercising with music in this unique Total Barre® program. Not only will this workout keep new moms and moms-to-be moving, but the plus of moving to exciting Merrithew Music™ tracks will help tackle self-image issues, reduce stress, combat postural and muscle imbalances, and increase social interaction. Created by the programming brains at Merrithew®, the Total Barre template is used as the guideline in an appropriate workout for this very special population. Every move is designed to increase flexibility, balance, joint stability and pelvic floor activation all while boosting moods and lifting spirits.
Objectives
Learn how to apply the Total Barre Foundational Principles in a pre- post-natal workout
Understand how to use the Total Barre template to create a unique workout
Discover modifications appropriate for the pre- and post-natal client taking physiological changes and requirements into account
Explore how appropriate music selections can help combat a variety of pre-and post-natal concerns
Equipments
Parallel Stability Barre™ with connectors (6' 1:4; 12' 1:8)
Mini Handweights, Soft Dumbbells (1.1–2.2 lbs)
or 2 lb Toning Balls™ (2:1)
Mini Stability Ball™ (blue) (1:1)
Continuing Education Credits (CECs)
STOTT PILATES CECs
0.2
REPs CPDs
2.0
Instructors
Head Trainer & Merrithew Instructor Trainer
Jennifer
Merrithew Lead Instructor Trainer
Krisztián
Real Pilates Functional Anatomy & Merrithew Instructor Trainer