This in-depth session uses various Pilates equipment including the Cadillac, Spine Corrector, Ladder Barrel, Reformer, Wunda Chair, and others to restore the body to its natural alignment while adding strength and length to the body.

Although the exercise series focuses on different parts of your body, Gyrotonic^® involves the whole body. The instructor acts as a guide to help you expand your range of motion and to strengthen your muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems. Gyrotonic^® truly is a unique mind/body experience, and can create a deep feeling of inner well-being and awareness on both physical and mental levels.

Jennifer quickly developed a program combining elements from Pilates, yoga, dance, aerobics and other movement disciplines that were effective in keeping her body strong and healthy through the pregnancy and helped her to snap back quickly to her pre-pregnant body after birth. She addressed safety by following strict guidelines from The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and by seeking advice and consultation from her own doctor, William A. Growdon, (M.D. Chairman, OB/GYN, Santa Monica/UCLA Hospital Clinical Associate Professor, UCLA President, Los Angeles OB/GYN Society) who recommends Jennifer’s program to all of his patients.

The Fusion Pilates^™ for Pre & Post Natal is a unique system that combines the principles of Pilates and yoga to serve the expectant mother’s body and mind.

Our Pre & Post Natal private appointments will help to relieve lower back strain, fatigue and constipation. It also helps to prevent varicose veins, incontinence and leg swelling. The system maintains your strength and flexibility, builds stamina for the birthing process, increases blood circulation and oxygen to your baby and is gentle enough to continue right up to your due date. Post-Partum women will recover abdominal strength and toning while relieving upper body tension from carrying the baby to quickly regain strength and energy. Contact us to set  up your first appointment.

What is a Diastasis Rectus Abdominis (DRA)?

It is an unnatural separation between the rectus halves of the Ab wall. In severe cases it leads to a thinning of the connective tissue and a doming (inward or outward) in the mid-line of the Ab wall when efforting.