The Ursula Moon Pilates program is centered around both the traditional Pilates method of body conditioning developed by the genius Joseph Pilates as well as the International approach of the Pilates method developed by Ivon Dahl recognized Pilates expert and Ph.D in Exercise Science. The Ursula Moon Pilates program encompasses the traditional Pilates principles of concentration, control, awareness, focus, fluidity, breath, integration and the core. Coupled with the International Pilates concepts of being centered, core stabilization, quality of movement and functional efficiency. The Ursula Moon Pilates program focuses on the importance of the mind-body connection, developing deep muscle from the inside out, conditioning the body as a complete unit and not an isolated, disconnected segments, in addition to developing core strength to facilitate all movement, regardless if it is for normal daily activities, rehabilitation or for specific training such as dance or athletics. In her programming, Ursula incorporates her extensive dance and fitness backgrounds as well as her education and training to create unique, effective and innovative training and teaching methods to constantly challenge and assist clients in reaching their health and fitness goals. A comprehensive and modified Pilates program can help promote the strength, endurance flexibility, body awareness, focus and control needed during pregnancy, labor and delivery while quickening post-natal recovery. The mind-body aspect of Pilates compliments both the physical and mental demands of pregnancy by concentrating on the target areas used during the pre-natal stages (the abdominals, back, pelvic floor and deep postural muscles) while emphasizing concentration, breathing and relaxation techniques, all crucial elements during labor and delivery. Pilates also promotes proper body alignment that becomes compromised as the baby develops and in post-natal recovery as the body works to maintain it’s pre-pregnancy form. Pilates is a gradual, gentle and highly effective method of exercise and training that can be designed to accommodate the individual needs of a healthy pregnant woman. In addition, Pilates provides mind-body awareness tools that can be applied throughout her daily activities to develop and maintain both mental and physical conditioning that will aid in her health and fitness through pregnancy, post-natal recovery and beyond.