i am a man and this is the best ab tip i heard. By keeping my lower back on the floor, my abs are more engaged and my back is safe. I love your spirit and authenticity. Beautiful video.
I'm new to fitness and I was definitely struggling with trying to keep my lower back to the floor and this was quite helpful! I now know I have limits since I have just started and was using other videos as guides. Thank you!
I literally cant begin to thank you enough, this was one of my biggest issues for the longest time, while this is only my first day doing the exercises without pain, I see many more days to come! Thank you sm!
Thank you so much for this advice!!! Really! I have fibromyalgia and I was really struggling trying to do this exercise and I didn't understand why everyone else can do it but i couldn't.I will try now the exercises in this video and with the strap.
Love this. I've almost always had some back pain doing core exercise even when I was at my fittest! Now with a pelvic issue I'm healing from, my PT has said I can now start doing a bit more exercise along with my "homework" and I love using your channel for some pelvic friendly exercises and tips (first began using your more gentle yoga for pelvic tension and moving forward from there) so thank you for all of this!
FemFusion Fitness It's very cool! My PT was glad when I told her I tried a core exercise (among what she gives me included) and my back didn't really hurt using this trick! When I work with her, i have her there but at home, i need to use tricks she gives me and ones like these to help me learn to keep proper form. I had been avoiding much core exercise since a painful lower back tends to aggravate my symptoms but I'm improving little by little. Just trying not to push it too much too soon! I'm looking forward to continue trying out more of your videos as I progress. :)
I have a stiff, tight pelvic floor (diagnosed by a professional) and because of that a lot of pelvic pain. Any advice on safe core exercises for this condition? Normal abs give me extreme pelvic tightness and pain. Thanks.
Thanks a lot! it is mostly helpful and understandable! I beg you to answer my question!!! I have lostone workout where you demonstrated how to level your right and left parts of the body. You repeated that your right part was upper than the left while trying to lie down touching the floor evenly. I would be very grateful if you give me the title of that workout! it was just perfect for me as no one elsE TO DO BEFORE OTHER SETS. WITH GRATITUDE FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND FRIENDLINESS! Tatiana, Russia
my fiance has diastasis recti and I was wondering, could you maybe do a lower ab/pooch workout? She finds it easier if she can see the muscles contracting, if that's helpful for what your viewers want!
Hi Mo Sabri, yes! Give Ab Camp a try; it's designed to be safe for mild to moderate DR due to the emphasis on proper form and proper breathing (i.e. to maintain intra-abdominal pressure). Just be sure to start from the BEGINNING and work your way up to the end! Don't skip around since the videos are progressive. Ab Camp Playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLDputRBPsHFTgoHikhUlJzfX4hkP41fqy.html
@@vibrantpelvichealth Yes she thought the workouts are perfect! She finds it easier to wear lower rise pants so she can see the muscles contracting more as that helps her to know whats supposed to be happening, but the workouts are good enough!
Hello Bri...I've been avoiding ab workouts for a year or so since I heard they put a strain on PF...the result is that now, aged 65, my belly is flabby and too rounded: I need to stop this old lady shape in its tracks before it gets any worse!!! I've always been health/figure conscious and apart from the ab area I feel I look pretty good for my age. I accept that as we get older there's a natural change in physical proportions (hence even some exercise fanatics still go for liposuction or tummy tucks) but I wonder if I follow ALL your instructions how much can I get back to what I consider acceptable? I feel that I have the beginnings of some sort of prolapse but haven't sought out a pelvic physio yet. What would you recommend that I start with? I'm willing to give it the time. Thanks so much in advance for your advice.
Hi Julie! While I can't give you an exact timeline or any type of guarantee, I can tell you that I advocate for a total LIFESTYLE approach to health and healing, which will (slowly but surely) help with your weight/ab area concerns. It's not a quick fix, but it's one that works and that LASTS (in contrast to a crash diet, cleanse, or super intensive fitness program that may cause burnout or injury). By strengthening the deep core (pelvic floor and low abs) and by improving your posture (a big focus of mine), you'll be strengthening the deep tummy-flattening muscles AND protecting your back. I also advocate for "moving more" throughout your day, every day, getting more low-impact cardio into your life, and eating clean/unprocessed foods that are free of refined sugars and super high in veggies, lean protein, and healthy fats. There's a lot to learn but go slow and explore my channel gradually. Take it one day at a time and enjoy the increased energy you'll feel as you make these lifestyle changes. How fun to be starting this journey with you!
@@vibrantpelvichealth : Thanks so much for your reply, Bri. Yes I understand that the holistic approach is the best and that things that are really good are usually a fairly gradual process. I'll take the time to really listen to what you say we should start off with. I do try most of the time to eat lots of veggies and also healthy fats, I think it's the lack of focussed exercise and probably neglect of posture that's created the problem. And I will seek out a good physical/pelvic specialist at some point soon to see what's really going on. Thanks again, your videos are a joy to watch and listen to! It's so good to know that somebody understands and isn't shy of talking about the real nitty gritty!
I'm so glad you watched this video and tried the "yoga strap hack" -- it's important to have a "baseline" starting point to measure from! As you get stronger, you'll notice that your arch decreases. It's important to be aware (so that you can keep your back and your core/pelvic floor SAFE).
i am a man and this is the best ab tip i heard. By keeping my lower back on the floor, my abs are more engaged and my back is safe.
I love your spirit and authenticity. Beautiful video.
I'm new to fitness and I was definitely struggling with trying to keep my lower back to the floor and this was quite helpful! I now know I have limits since I have just started and was using other videos as guides. Thank you!
I literally cant begin to thank you enough, this was one of my biggest issues for the longest time, while this is only my first day doing the exercises without pain, I see many more days to come! Thank you sm!
Thank you so much for doing this video. It’s the most useful I’ve found so far to fix this issue.
Glad it helped!
I always avoided ab workouts because I was worried it would make my IC and Vulvodynia worse, this is so helpful!
Glad you linked to this
Playlist in your latest video
This is the best tip I have found after searching like crazy. Thanks a ton for sharing the strap test!!
Amazing thank u
Thank you doing everything I you say in your videos
Thank you so much for this advice!!! Really! I have fibromyalgia and I was really struggling trying to do this exercise and I didn't understand why everyone else can do it but i couldn't.I will try now the exercises in this video and with the strap.
Thanks Bri, very helpful.
Great instructions, thank you so much.
You're welcome!
Love this. I've almost always had some back pain doing core exercise even when I was at my fittest!
Now with a pelvic issue I'm healing from, my PT has said I can now start doing a bit more exercise along with my "homework" and I love using your channel for some pelvic friendly exercises and tips (first began using your more gentle yoga for pelvic tension and moving forward from there) so thank you for all of this!
I'm so glad you're using my videos alongside your PT work! That's awesome, and I'm really glad you found this vid. It's a cool trick, isn't it?
FemFusion Fitness It's very cool! My PT was glad when I told her I tried a core exercise (among what she gives me included) and my back didn't really hurt using this trick! When I work with her, i have her there but at home, i need to use tricks she gives me and ones like these to help me learn to keep proper form.
I had been avoiding much core exercise since a painful lower back tends to aggravate my symptoms but I'm improving little by little. Just trying not to push it too much too soon! I'm looking forward to continue trying out more of your videos as I progress. :)
Glad to have you here in my FemFusion community! Have you seen all of my playlists? bit.ly/FemPlaylists
What a great idea, Bri! I have to try it next day😀
I have a stiff, tight pelvic floor (diagnosed by a professional) and because of that a lot of pelvic pain. Any advice on safe core exercises for this condition? Normal abs give me extreme pelvic tightness and pain. Thanks.
Thanks a lot! it is mostly helpful and understandable! I beg you to answer my question!!! I have lostone workout where you demonstrated how to level your right and left parts of the body. You repeated that your right part was upper than the left while trying to lie down touching the floor evenly. I would be very grateful if you give me the title of that workout! it was just perfect for me as no one elsE TO DO BEFORE OTHER SETS. WITH GRATITUDE FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND FRIENDLINESS! Tatiana, Russia
Tatiana, I believe this is the one you're referring to: th-cam.com/video/upq8R4PvV8Q/w-d-xo.html "Alignment Core"
Thank you so much!!!
You're welcome!
Thanks!😍
Thank you. I will follow you.
Is that strap above the sacrum? Where exactly do we put the strap?
Yes, above the sacrum. ~Vibrant Support
This was fantastic thank you. ❣️
💖 Thanks!
I'll try this out.
You're welcome! I hope it goes well for you (or at least gives you an idea of some things you need to work on)!
What if I have a big butt? I feel like it gets in the way of me being able to keep my lower back pressed down on the floor.
Hey Bri do you inhale on the leg lower or when you bring it back ?
my fiance has diastasis recti and I was wondering, could you maybe do a lower ab/pooch workout? She finds it easier if she can see the muscles contracting, if that's helpful for what your viewers want!
Hi Mo Sabri, yes! Give Ab Camp a try; it's designed to be safe for mild to moderate DR due to the emphasis on proper form and proper breathing (i.e. to maintain intra-abdominal pressure). Just be sure to start from the BEGINNING and work your way up to the end! Don't skip around since the videos are progressive. Ab Camp Playlist: th-cam.com/play/PLDputRBPsHFTgoHikhUlJzfX4hkP41fqy.html
@@vibrantpelvichealth Yes she thought the workouts are perfect! She finds it easier to wear lower rise pants so she can see the muscles contracting more as that helps her to know whats supposed to be happening, but the workouts are good enough!
Hello Bri...I've been avoiding ab workouts for a year or so since I heard they put a strain on PF...the result is that now, aged 65, my belly is flabby and too rounded: I need to stop this old lady shape in its tracks before it gets any worse!!! I've always been health/figure conscious and apart from the ab area I feel I look pretty good for my age. I accept that as we get older there's a natural change in physical proportions (hence even some exercise fanatics still go for liposuction or tummy tucks) but I wonder if I follow ALL your instructions how much can I get back to what I consider acceptable? I feel that I have the beginnings of some sort of prolapse but haven't sought out a pelvic physio yet. What would you recommend that I start with? I'm willing to give it the time. Thanks so much in advance for your advice.
Hi Julie! While I can't give you an exact timeline or any type of guarantee, I can tell you that I advocate for a total LIFESTYLE approach to health and healing, which will (slowly but surely) help with your weight/ab area concerns. It's not a quick fix, but it's one that works and that LASTS (in contrast to a crash diet, cleanse, or super intensive fitness program that may cause burnout or injury). By strengthening the deep core (pelvic floor and low abs) and by improving your posture (a big focus of mine), you'll be strengthening the deep tummy-flattening muscles AND protecting your back. I also advocate for "moving more" throughout your day, every day, getting more low-impact cardio into your life, and eating clean/unprocessed foods that are free of refined sugars and super high in veggies, lean protein, and healthy fats. There's a lot to learn but go slow and explore my channel gradually. Take it one day at a time and enjoy the increased energy you'll feel as you make these lifestyle changes. How fun to be starting this journey with you!
@@vibrantpelvichealth : Thanks so much for your reply, Bri. Yes I understand that the holistic approach is the best and that things that are really good are usually a fairly gradual process. I'll take the time to really listen to what you say we should start off with. I do try most of the time to eat lots of veggies and also healthy fats, I think it's the lack of focussed exercise and probably neglect of posture that's created the problem. And I will seek out a good physical/pelvic specialist at some point soon to see what's really going on. Thanks again, your videos are a joy to watch and listen to! It's so good to know that somebody understands and isn't shy of talking about the real nitty gritty!
Great
I tried this and I'm able to lower my legs without it pulling out and I am at my 4the day working out so I don't know if I'm doing it right.
hi, good movie
I usually have a 10 kg on my stomach At the same time, It is hard but it takes good
Test it
Make a movie about it
1:29 bad for prolapse
i have ahuge arch😣😥
I'm so glad you watched this video and tried the "yoga strap hack" -- it's important to have a "baseline" starting point to measure from! As you get stronger, you'll notice that your arch decreases. It's important to be aware (so that you can keep your back and your core/pelvic floor SAFE).