MS Active Together | Seated Pilates Workout for MS

Pilates session with Pilates instructor Ruth, including seated exercises that are easy to follow and suitable for every mobility level. If you found our Pilates workout helpful, sign up for our MS Active Together email alerts with more info to help manage MS symptoms: http://mssoc.uk/2D57WLQ

All exercises were carefully selected and tailored to the needs of people living with MS. Research tells us practising Pilates can help manage MS symptoms, including foot-drop, posture, balance, bladder, fatigue and memory. All exercises are most effective when practised often and over a longer period of time. To find out more about keeping active with MS, have a look here: http://mssoc.uk/2msnu2K

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Advice when exercising. The session is not tailored to any specific needs. It's designed for guidance, motivation and educational purposes only. No information should be taken as medical or professional health advice. You should assess the activity to decide if it's suitable for you, and make sure you have the right facilities and practical support.

Risk assess your area - clear any potential hazards so there's enough space. If you're using equipment during the session, make sure it's suitable for the activity.

Stay hydrated - drink water before, during and after a session and take it easy in hot weather.

Know your limits - take breaks when needed.

Stay connected - keep your mobile phone near you incase of an emergency.