At Femina Physical Therapy, we design tailored programs that improve mobility, correct muscular imbalances, and enhance overall physical function. By emphasizing the connection between the core, spine, and pelvic floor, our approach builds strength, stability, and posture to make everyday movements safer and more efficient. These programs are ideal for individuals recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or seeking preventive care to support long-term musculoskeletal health.
Through guided exercises, patients gain better body awareness, coordination, and control, which supports improved athletic performance, reduced injury risk, and greater quality of life. Our certified instructors specialize in rehabilitation, prenatal and postpartum recovery, and advanced movement techniques. Offering Pilates programs in Los Angeles and Atlanta, we go beyond conventional fitness by integrating pelvic floor activation, deep core engagement, breath control, and flexibility work. This mindful, biomechanical approach fosters functional strength, resilience, and confidence for lasting wellness.
Pilates to Support Recovery, Mobility, and Balance
Femina PT offers Pilates at the following locations:
- Pilates in Buckhead, GA
- Pilates in Pasadena, CA
- Pilates in Beverly Hills, CA
- Pilates in Sherman Oaks, CA
What is Pilates?
Pilates is a low-impact exercise method that emphasizes controlled movements, core strength, flexibility, and overall body awareness. Developed by Joseph Pilates, it is widely recognized for improving posture, balance, muscular endurance, and mind-body connection.
At Femina Physical Therapy, we integrate Pilates principles into personalized therapeutic programs designed for pelvic health, postpartum recovery, and rehabilitation. Our certified instructors bring expertise in prenatal and postpartum Pilates, injury recovery, and athletic conditioning. For many women, Pilates for pelvic floor health is especially beneficial, helping restore strength, function, and confidence.
Our Pilates services are:
- Restorative— Gentle yet effective exercises help restore pelvic floor muscle strength and stability, improving function after childbirth, surgery, or injury while preventing dysfunction.
- Educational— Patients gain awareness of how their core and pelvic floor muscles work, learning techniques to enhance posture, alignment, and long-term health through methods like pelvic floor muscle Pilates.
- Empowering— By combining mindful movement with breathwork, Pilates builds strength, confidence, and resilience, enabling women to move with greater freedom and control.
In Los Angeles and Atlanta, where active lifestyles include hiking, yoga, and fitness routines, Pilates at Femina PT offers a safe, adaptable approach to enhance recovery, prevent injury, and support lifelong wellness.
The Benefits of Pilates at Femina PT
Pilates Los Angeles and Pilates Atlanta programs at Femina PT are designed to strengthen, align, and restore the body through mindful, controlled movement. By focusing on deep core engagement—including the pelvic floor—our Pilates sessions help patients build strength, improve posture, increase flexibility, and support overall pelvic health in a safe and supportive environment.
At Femina PT, our Pilates services are:
- Pelvic Floor Strengthening—Our Pilates programs specifically activate deep core muscles, including the pelvic floor, to improve function and coordination. This approach addresses issues like urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, postpartum recovery, and chronic pelvic pain, while also enhancing spinal support, posture, and sexual health.
- Postural Alignment—By emphasizing proper movement mechanics, Pilates helps correct imbalances caused by sitting, weak core muscles, or injury. Patients develop healthier posture that reduces joint strain, alleviates back pain, and makes daily movements more efficient and comfortable.
- Flexibility & Balance—Pilates builds flexibility in muscles and connective tissues while enhancing balance and coordination. These benefits are especially valuable for athletes, older adults, and postpartum women, reducing the risk of falls and injuries while promoting agility and functional movement.
- Stress Relief & Mind-Body Connection—With mindful breathing and intentional movement, Pilates calms the nervous system, lowers stress, and improves mental clarity. This is especially helpful for patients managing chronic pain, post-surgical recovery, or anxiety. Over time, patients often report better sleep, improved focus, and an overall sense of well-being.
- Full-Body Integration and Holistic Women’s Health Support—Beyond isolated exercises, Pilates at Femina PT is part of our comprehensive women’s health care model. We integrate Pilates with therapies like pelvic floor physical therapy, manual therapy, and postural training. This integrated approach is grounded in our commitment to one-on-one sessions with licensed therapists (55-120 minutes) and focuses on treating not just symptoms but also their underlying causes.
Conditions Treated with Pilates at Femina Physical Therapy
At Femina Physical Therapy, Pilates is more than exercise—it’s a therapeutic tool designed to restore function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. Below are some of the key conditions we address through our specialized Pilates programs
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Strengthening, coordinating, and sometimes down-regulating pelvic floor muscles to reduce symptoms of urinary/fecal incontinence, support pelvic organ prolapse, and ease pelvic pain. Pilates helps reestablish neuromuscular control of the deep core and pelvic floor, improving bladder and bowel function, alleviating discomfort, and restoring confidence in everyday movements.
For those managing prolapse, Pilates combined with pelvic floor therapy helps support the pelvic organs, decrease feelings of heaviness or bulging, and slow progression. We focus on posture, breathing, and core engagement to create better support from the inside out.
Pilates training improves timing and control of the pelvic floor muscles, which is key in reducing or eliminating leakage. These programs build strength, improve body mechanics, and enhance confidence in daily life.
Many people with pelvic floor dysfunction also struggle with back pain. Pilates strengthens stabilizing muscles, improves posture, and restores balanced movement patterns, helping to relieve strain and prevent flare-ups.
Pilates is highly effective for postpartum rehabilitation, assisting new mothers in regaining core strength, pelvic floor function, and overall stability. Targeted exercises help alleviate common postpartum issues such as lower back pain, hip discomfort, and postural imbalances resulting from pregnancy and childbirth. Our approach combines gentle, progressive movements with mindful activation of deep core muscles to restore function safely, support daily activities, and enhance confidence in physical performance.
For patients experiencing painful intercourse, vulvodynia, vaginismus, or painful bladder syndrome, Pilates provides gentle techniques that reduce muscle guarding, improve pelvic floor coordination, and enhance sexual health and comfort.
Patients recovering from abdominal, pelvic, or orthopedic surgery benefit from gentle, progressive Pilates exercises. These programs promote healing, restore mobility, and prevent postoperative complications such as stiffness or weakness. By gradually rebuilding strength, flexibility, and functional movement, Pilates supports a safe return to daily activities and enhances overall recovery outcomes.
From hip and knee issues to shoulder or TMJ discomfort, Pilates helps restore alignment, strengthen stabilizing muscles, and improve functional movement. It’s an effective approach for reducing pain and maintaining long-term musculoskeletal health.
- Additional Benefits
Across all conditions, Pilates supports mind-body awareness, reduces stress, and enhances overall wellness. Combining physical rehabilitation with Pilates for pelvic floor techniques, patients experience improved confidence, better movement mechanics, and long-term health benefits that extend beyond the studio or clinic setting.
Pilates Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need prior Pilates experience?
No. Our sessions accommodate all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Instructors guide participants through exercises, ensuring proper form, technique, and modifications as needed, so even those new to movement or recovering from injury can safely participate and progress at their own pace.
2. Is Pilates safe during pregnancy and postpartum?
Yes. Our programs are safe and highly beneficial for pregnant and postpartum women. Instructors tailor exercises to accommodate pregnancy stages, pelvic floor recovery, and postpartum needs, supporting core strength, stability, and overall wellness during this important life stage.
3. How often should I practice Pilates?
For optimal results, we recommend practicing Pilates 2-3 times per week. Frequency can be adjusted based on personal goals, physical condition, or rehabilitation needs.
4. Can Pilates help improve sexual health and pelvic function?
Yes. Pelvic floor muscles Pilates improves the strength, coordination, and control of pelvic floor muscles, which support bladder, bowel, and sexual health. These exercises also enhance core stability and postural alignment, contributing to overall functional wellness.
5. Can I combine Pilates with other physical therapy treatments?
Absolutely. Pilates complements manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and movement retraining programs, enhancing rehabilitation outcomes. Integrating Pilates into a comprehensive care plan can accelerate recovery, improve muscular balance, and promote long-term health.
6. How does Pilates help with chronic back or hip pain?
Pilates targets deep stabilizing muscles and promotes proper alignment to relieve stress on the spine and hips. Regular practice improves strength, posture, and mobility, which can significantly reduce chronic pain and enhance functional movement in daily life.
7. How does Pilates support rehabilitation after pelvic or abdominal surgery?
Pilates provides gentle, progressive exercises that help restore strength, stability, and mobility after surgery. By focusing on pelvic floor muscles, core activation, and controlled movement, patients regain functional ability, reduce post-surgical discomfort, and safely return to daily activities.
Locations where we offer Pilates
Looking for restorative Pilates sessions to improve strength, balance, and recovery close to home? Femina PT makes it simple to access expert, individualized care with multiple clinics across Los Angeles and Atlanta. Explore our locations below to find the Pilates program that’s right for you:
- Pilates in Pasadena
- Pilates in Beverly Hills
- Pilates in Sherman Oaks
- Pilates in Buckhead
Take the first step toward strength, balance, and recovery—schedule your Pilates session at the Femina PT location nearest you.