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5 Best Exercises To Strengthen The Pelvic Floor

Posted February 13, 2021 by BellyStrongMom 1250 0 0

The pelvic floor – three words that women (especially pregnant women) hear a lot, often accompanied by the advice to ‘Do your Kegels’. These have been the go-to move to

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7 Reasons to Exercise During Pregnancy

Posted February 12, 2021 by BellyStrongMom 10137 0 86.8 1

It’s the standard advice that’s been given to people for decades in order to live a healthier and longer life – exercise. This, combined with a nutritious diet, are the

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As you can see by all my wobbling, I found some of these to be incredibly challenging, but that’s where we see growth! Adding in unstable surface in the form of an exercise ball can transform an otherwise ‘easy’ exercise into something else entirely. Happy core strengthening 💪🏽

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As you can see by all my wobbling, I found some of these to be incredibly challenging, but that’s where we see growth! Adding in unstable surface in the form of an exercise ball can transform an otherwise ‘easy’ exercise into something else entirely. Happy core strengthening 💪🏽 #coreworkout #corestrength #corestrengthening #pilates #pilatesabs #flattummy #abworkout #gluteworkout #fitnessmotivation #fitnessinspiration #womensfitness #fitwomen #fitmom #fitmama #fitmomsofinstagram #tonemuscle #washboardabs #physio #pelvicphysio #pelvicpt #getfıt #bellystrong
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We’re getting a little more focused with this week’s workout, and it’s all about the abs and legs. Tag it onto the end of your longer workouts for a great finisher! It’s waiting for you now on the Belly Strong Fit Club channel (link in bio)

#legworkout #legdayworkout #abworkout #coreworkout #corestrength #flattummy #washboardabs #fitnessinspiration #fitnessmotivation #fitness #womensfitness #fitwomen #fitmom #fitmomsofinstagram #momoftwo #onlineworkout #homeworkout #getfit #freeworkout #bellystrong #bellystrongfitclub
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We’re getting a little more focused with this week’s workout, and it’s all about the abs and legs. Tag it onto the end of your longer workouts for a great finisher! It’s waiting for you now on the Belly Strong Fit Club channel (link in bio) #legworkout #legdayworkout #abworkout #coreworkout #corestrength #flattummy #washboardabs #fitnessinspiration #fitnessmotivation #fitness #womensfitness #fitwomen #fitmom #fitmomsofinstagram #momoftwo #onlineworkout #homeworkout #getfit #freeworkout #bellystrong #bellystrongfitclub
5 days ago
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NEW Pilates class incoming! After a lot of interest we’ve opened sign-ups for another Pilates class on Tuesday evenings. These small-group classes are a fantastic way to build strength and improve alignment in a safe environment, with a lot of feedback. 

We’ve only got a few spaces left so DM me if you’re interested; and you can find more info on the Belly Strong website.

#pilates #pilatesclass #physiopilates #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy #yoga #farnborough #corestrength #improveposture #improveflexibility #groupclasses #bellystrong
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NEW Pilates class incoming! After a lot of interest we’ve opened sign-ups for another Pilates class on Tuesday evenings. These small-group classes are a fantastic way to build strength and improve alignment in a safe environment, with a lot of feedback. We’ve only got a few spaces left so DM me if you’re interested; and you can find more info on the Belly Strong website. #pilates #pilatesclass #physiopilates #physicaltherapy #physiotherapy #yoga #farnborough #corestrength #improveposture #improveflexibility #groupclasses #bellystrong
1 week ago
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I really felt it after this one! I purposefully axed the usual 10sec recovery between moves, so by the end of it I was SWEATING. Give it a go on the Belly Strong Fit Club YouTube channel now (link in bio)

#sweatsesh #hiit #hiitworkout #cardio #cardioworkout #loseweight #losefat #burnfat #boostmetabolism #freeworkout #onlineworkout #fitness #fitnessmotivation #fitnessinspiration #womensfitness #fitmom #fitmoms #fitmomsofinstagram #fitwomen #bellystrongfitclub
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I really felt it after this one! I purposefully axed the usual 10sec recovery between moves, so by the end of it I was SWEATING. Give it a go on the Belly Strong Fit Club YouTube channel now (link in bio) #sweatsesh #hiit #hiitworkout #cardio #cardioworkout #loseweight #losefat #burnfat #boostmetabolism #freeworkout #onlineworkout #fitness #fitnessmotivation #fitnessinspiration #womensfitness #fitmom #fitmoms #fitmomsofinstagram #fitwomen #bellystrongfitclub
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I can’t count the number of times a client has told me, ‘Yeah my hamstrings have always been tight, no matter how much I stretch them’. And that’s because sometimes the issue is not length; it’s strength. 

The hamstrings act as an anchoring force on the pelvis. If the hamstrings are weak or overly lengthened, they compensate by tightening up, because that’s the only way they can create stability/strength. You can stretch them as much as you like, but if they remain weak, they’re just going to keep tightening up. 

By doing a few hamstring bridges (and getting into some regular hamstring exercises to build more long-term strength), we’re activating the hamstrings and telling them that they can let go! 

I have to add the caveat that this isn’t always the case; and there may some other factors contributing to your specific hamstring tightness, but I find this small test helpful to determine whether you may have some weakness that needs to be dealt with. 

Our YouTube workouts on the Belly Strong Pregnancy & Postpartum + our Fit Club channels include a whole bunch of exercises to help keep you balanced (links in bio). And they’re all free, which is what we all like to hear! 

#hamstring #flexibility #mobility #hamstringrehab #physio #physiotherapist #physicaltherapist #pelvicphysio #pelvicpt #tighthamstrings #toptips #fitness #yoga #womensfitness #bellystrong
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I can’t count the number of times a client has told me, ‘Yeah my hamstrings have always been tight, no matter how much I stretch them’. And that’s because sometimes the issue is not length; it’s strength. The hamstrings act as an anchoring force on the pelvis. If the hamstrings are weak or overly lengthened, they compensate by tightening up, because that’s the only way they can create stability/strength. You can stretch them as much as you like, but if they remain weak, they’re just going to keep tightening up. By doing a few hamstring bridges (and getting into some regular hamstring exercises to build more long-term strength), we’re activating the hamstrings and telling them that they can let go! I have to add the caveat that this isn’t always the case; and there may some other factors contributing to your specific hamstring tightness, but I find this small test helpful to determine whether you may have some weakness that needs to be dealt with. Our YouTube workouts on the Belly Strong Pregnancy & Postpartum + our Fit Club channels include a whole bunch of exercises to help keep you balanced (links in bio). And they’re all free, which is what we all like to hear! #hamstring #flexibility #mobility #hamstringrehab #physio #physiotherapist #physicaltherapist #pelvicphysio #pelvicpt #tighthamstrings #toptips #fitness #yoga #womensfitness #bellystrong
2 weeks ago
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I’ve been teaching Pilates now for 10 years and, being a physio, it’s morphed into more of a Pilates-esque functional movement type of thing which I feel brings more variety than the standard Pilates exercises. This is another coached workout where I’ll take you through form and alignment on some great full body exercises. Try it now on the Belly Strong Fit Club YouTube channel (link in bio)!

#pilates #corestrengthening #corestrength #fullbodyworkout #onlineworkout #homeworkout #getfit #yoga #fitness #fitnessmotivation #fitnesslife #fitnesswomen #womensfitness #fitmom #fitmomsofinstagram #fitmama #fitmum #bellystrong #bellystrongfitclub
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I’ve been teaching Pilates now for 10 years and, being a physio, it’s morphed into more of a Pilates-esque functional movement type of thing which I feel brings more variety than the standard Pilates exercises. This is another coached workout where I’ll take you through form and alignment on some great full body exercises. Try it now on the Belly Strong Fit Club YouTube channel (link in bio)! #pilates #corestrengthening #corestrength #fullbodyworkout #onlineworkout #homeworkout #getfit #yoga #fitness #fitnessmotivation #fitnesslife #fitnesswomen #womensfitness #fitmom #fitmomsofinstagram #fitmama #fitmum #bellystrong #bellystrongfitclub
3 weeks ago
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Core exercise can be so much more than just dead bugs and toe taps. I love adding asymmetrical load, playing with pace and using combo movements to load the core in a more functional (and fun) way. Add these kettlebell moves to your next workout and let me know how you get on!

#coreworkout #corestrength #abworkout #abstrength #functionalcore #functionaltraining #pelvicphysio #physio #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #fitness #womensfitness #fitnessmotivation #pilates #strengthtraining #kettlebell #kettlebellworkout #bellystrong
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Core exercise can be so much more than just dead bugs and toe taps. I love adding asymmetrical load, playing with pace and using combo movements to load the core in a more functional (and fun) way. Add these kettlebell moves to your next workout and let me know how you get on! #coreworkout #corestrength #abworkout #abstrength #functionalcore #functionaltraining #pelvicphysio #physio #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #fitness #womensfitness #fitnessmotivation #pilates #strengthtraining #kettlebell #kettlebellworkout #bellystrong
3 weeks ago
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The warmer weather is on its way, and it’s time to shed layers in more ways than one! This workout will help lose fat, boost metabolism and get you toned as we head into summer ☀️ Try it now on the Belly Strong Fit Club YouTube channel (link in bio)

#summerbody #summerbodygoals #summerbodyready☀️ #onlineworkout #homeworkout #losefat #burnfat #loseweight #boostmetabolism #fitness #womensfitnessmotivation #womensfitness #fitnessinspiration #fitnessmotivation #fitmama #fitmom #fitmomsofinstagram #fullbodyworkout #dumbbellworkout #bellystrong #bellystrongfitclub
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The warmer weather is on its way, and it’s time to shed layers in more ways than one! This workout will help lose fat, boost metabolism and get you toned as we head into summer ☀️ Try it now on the Belly Strong Fit Club YouTube channel (link in bio) #summerbody #summerbodygoals #summerbodyready☀️ #onlineworkout #homeworkout #losefat #burnfat #loseweight #boostmetabolism #fitness #womensfitnessmotivation #womensfitness #fitnessinspiration #fitnessmotivation #fitmama #fitmom #fitmomsofinstagram #fullbodyworkout #dumbbellworkout #bellystrong #bellystrongfitclub
4 weeks ago
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Who does the whole ‘standing on one leg while brushing your teeth’ thing? Now that’s a great way to make something a habit, but how do we step it up? 

We make functional improvements by challenging the system. And when we talk about balance, a simple way to push it more is to add instability. By introducing an unstable surface in the form of a rolled towel, we’re pushing the systems that control our balance to do more. It’s a simple yet effective way to progress most single leg exercises. Why not try it in your next workout? 

#balance #balanceexercise #physio #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #prlvicphysio #prehab #rehabilitation #preventinjury #bellystrong
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Who does the whole ‘standing on one leg while brushing your teeth’ thing? Now that’s a great way to make something a habit, but how do we step it up? We make functional improvements by challenging the system. And when we talk about balance, a simple way to push it more is to add instability. By introducing an unstable surface in the form of a rolled towel, we’re pushing the systems that control our balance to do more. It’s a simple yet effective way to progress most single leg exercises. Why not try it in your next workout? #balance #balanceexercise #physio #physiotherapy #physiotherapist #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #prlvicphysio #prehab #rehabilitation #preventinjury #bellystrong
4 weeks ago
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It’s amazing what you can do with just 2 paper plates! Controlling the slide also requires a lot more precision from your muscles, and so makes for an even more intense workout. You’ll find it live on the Belly Strong Fit Club YouTube channel along with all our other workouts (Link in bio)

#fullbodyworkout #abworkout #abexercise #coreworkout #corestrength #fitness #womensfitnessmotivation #fitnessjourney #fitnessaddict #fitmama #fitmom #fitmomsofinstagram #loseweight #burnfat #boostmetabolism #onlineworkout #personaltrainer #getfit #belllystrongfitclub
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It’s amazing what you can do with just 2 paper plates! Controlling the slide also requires a lot more precision from your muscles, and so makes for an even more intense workout. You’ll find it live on the Belly Strong Fit Club YouTube channel along with all our other workouts (Link in bio) #fullbodyworkout #abworkout #abexercise #coreworkout #corestrength #fitness #womensfitnessmotivation #fitnessjourney #fitnessaddict #fitmama #fitmom #fitmomsofinstagram #loseweight #burnfat #boostmetabolism #onlineworkout #personaltrainer #getfit #belllystrongfitclub
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