Can I hula hoop for 30 minutes a day? I have 2 cm separation I found out today. I also started doing the towel method while laying. I really need to lose weight these next two months before my vacation. Had my baby 5 months ago. Is hula hooping ok because I can’t go any other cardio because running seems to bring out some varicose veins for me it seems ....
My kiddo is turn one year on this 20th December 2020. But my belly bulge like I'm 3-4 month pregnant. After how many days doing exercise this diactesis recti cure?
Hi Sara, I am currently 12 weeks postpartum C-section. First baby. Is it too early to tell if I have diastasis recti? My Dr said it takes women about 6 months to heal from a diastasis due to pregnancy. I definitely still look pregnant. Not sure if that’s normal or not at this stage.
I have had this since my first pregnancy 8 years ago. It started as just 2-3cm 6 months post partum. Then after I had my second baby it stayed at 8-9cm and I am on my 3rd and last pregnancy now and it's to the point it's causing me to have really bad back problems. Can I naturally heal it as a consultant has recommended surgery but I would prefer to try and do it naturally of I can.
Hi dear thanks for sharing such a wonderful exercises I have same problems after third baby all of them were normal pregnancies but I don’t realise that I have to do these exercises now my baby is 2 years old now My question is will these exercises help or it’s too laste plz reply thanks
How many times a day do you do the exercises? I keep doing the breathing one several times today since I found out yesterday that I had DR. I think I'm sitting at 4-5 finger length (2.5 years postpartum) and it worries me. I plan on using a "body wrap" (not sure what to call it right now) to help out because I think my connective tissue is so thin, that I can feel the spasms moving around often and especially after I eat. Even my husband realized that something was amiss last night when he felt my stomach area. He's my 'cheerleader' and wants the best for me and now knows that I can't do the regular exercises that are used for core workouts.
Chelsea, I think you definitely need to check out my 4th Trimester Workouts, if not the entire program then the core workouts: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
I know! We are working on it. You can buy it on my site (digital downloads available too): sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ Use code YT20 for 20% off!
Finally someone who gets that doing the excersises without the shirt covering your belly is such a big help!!! I hate when someone talks about how to belly breathe correctly and I cant tell what is going on with their stomach or ribs. Do you recommend your video for someone who is 5 years PP with a diastasis???
Yes! It's never too later! sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ I even do some of the exercises specifically in a sports bra so you see how to breath through them.
I m in fourth month of post-partum.. I checked DR and more than four finger gap.. I am confused of doing exercises.. Please suggest me which is effective workout for beginners
Go to safecoreexercises.com so you know which exercises to DO and NOT to do. Email info@sarahaley.com if you have additional questions. I'm here to help.
Hi Sarah! I'm really enjoying all your videos! I definitely have diastasis recti and I really appreciate all your guidance for ways to close it. I've watched your video on exercises to avoid, and I have a few additional questions. Are these poses safe: down dog, modified plank (on the knees), and 'flying' on your belly (as a back exercise)? Thanks for all the help!
Down Dog and modified plank are safe as long as you are engaging your TVA (transverse abdominals). If you're not sure how to do that, check out my 4th Trimester Workouts - they will also give you plenty of ideas and modifications for exercises: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/. I'm not sure what "flying" on your belly is but if you are arching your back at all, I would avoid it.
Hi Sara, I am 17 months postpartum with my 5th baby and I have had diastasis with the last two maybe three pregnancies. I have gotten it down to about a one and a half to two finger Gap. I really want to start working out and get fit, since I haven't really been able to since baby 3. What can you recommend as far as your workouts go? I would love to purchase the right product. Thank you so much
Hi Heather. You'll want my 4th Trimester Workout and to follow Janine, as she shows all the modifications for diastasis recti. The workout can be found HERE: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/. It might also be worth getting the free information found at safecoreexercises.com
dear sara can i get rid off belly pooch becoz my daughter is 1 yr old nw but still i have 1 finger gap around the belly and my upper stomach look adorable so can u plz suggest me
+Sara Haley Yes, thank you. My youngest is 16 months and I have about a 3 finger gap. I'm trying to do the exercises as often as possible but I think a splint may be beneficial as well. Are there any brands you recommend?
Go to safecoreexercises.com so you know which exercises to DO and NOT to do. Email info@sarahaley.com if you have additional questions. I'm here to help.
I unfortunately happened to see this now. I have 2 boys. And the younger one is 6 years plus now. I have diastasis recti. How can i heal it now? Please reply. I go for zumba. Is tat alone gonna help? Or zumba wont help at all?
Hey everyone, I tried a method similar to the one in the video and I saw a HUGE improvement after 1 day. For me, the key was to use the towel to squeeze tight as much as possible. Good luck ladies!
Hi Sara, I have diastasis recti of about 4 fingers. will watching and exercising of Expecting More®: The 4th Trimester Workout (2 DVDs) help to reduce the gap. Also which splint should I buy to keep the pressure of the tummy. Your SARA HALEY TOWEL are out of stock where can I buy them. Thank you.
Yes, the towel is out of stock. You need a towel that is long enough that you can wrap around your body. The 4th Trimester will help you from making your gap any worse. Feel free to email me at info@sarahaley.com and I can double check on towels and give you some other recommendations. My favorite splint is bit.ly/myfavoritesplint. Look under Belly Wraps.
I had a Classical C section and I been doing these exercises, but I don't feel like my lower stomach muscles can work at all. When I suck in the bottom doesn't go anywhere. Could this be from the vertical cut? For a little detail, i had this c section, they infected it, cut me all the way back open and it had to heal on its own. I was on a wound vac for months! I was told that I will never have the muscle function back from this, but I have been trying. Thank you for any information!
Oh wow Debbie. I'm sorry for the trauma. How postpartum are you now? I'd recommend you try my 4th Trimester Workout. There is a mom who demonstrates modifications for C section recovery. sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
hi Sara Haley! ive been 3yrs post partum and i didnt know about DR up until last year and Ive been doing tummy wrap for it and although my tummy had shrunk quite a bit i still have a small pouch bulging out. so i was wondering if its too late to do all this DR exercises?
Definitely not - the exercises will help you way MORE than the wrap. Also make sure you are avoiding certain exercises: sarahaley.com/motherhood/exercises-to-avoid-post-pregnancy/. I'd def recommend my 4th Trimester Workouts, especially the core ones: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
My second child is already 5. I just found out why I still look pregnant...DR. I have two fingers gap. Is it possible to have flat belly with this exercises?
Yes, but you have to put in the work. I recommend checking out the core workouts from my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Congrats! I recommend getting your doctor's approval to exercise first. You may want to watch this video though:th-cam.com/video/KglcSccBZ40/w-d-xo.html Also, think about getting my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hi Sara! Love your stuff here and on Instagram! I was wondering for this set of exercises you recommend, how to compensate for a large butt? Haha I've tried wall exercises before and have never been able to do them very well because of my butt, aka it keeps me from being close to the wall like you show here. This time around I'm curious to know if bent knees would be safe to use while healing my diastasis recti or if it would be too much strain and should stick strictly to the floor. I'm post baby #2! :) I'm only one finger wide (middle finger-wide) but 8 fingers long. :(
Oh I wish you'd known about my #21DaysofSquats challenge. It just finished up last week. It's all about toning and strengthening the butt. I'm not sure what you mean about bent knees - can you be more specific?
Hi! Thanks for getting back to me. I should be more clear definitely! I am wondering if the wall exercise you suggest in this video would still be ok to do to help my diastasis recti while taking a large butt into consideration. Aka if I can't get my back against the wall without straining should I attempt this particular wall exercise? Hopefully that's more understandable!
It's not going to help your diastasis. You need specific core exercises for that. Have you checked out my Diastasis Playlist? The squat is also NOT going to hurt your diastasis. I would also check out PregnancyCoreExercises.com.
I just found out that I've 4 fingers gap. Maybe that's way my stomach still looking like I'm pregnant. My second is 6 month old now. Will it work if I use belly corset like mamaway when doing this exercise? Thank you
Yes, it most likely is why. An abdominal wrap will help your uterus go down after pregnancy but won't heal the muscles - you need to do exercises like in my 4th Trimester Workout; sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout-dvd/
Sara Haley Yes! It’s a belly wrap! As far as diastatis recti, i don’t have the gap but I did the test by laying down and putting my chin to my chest and ended up having like this bulge/dome type of thing . Could that be diastasis recti?
@@Mskiwi4844 Possibly - but mostly it could just mean that the position your in is too much pressure on the abdominals. Make sure you are avoiding the exercises I talk about here: safecoreexercises.com
hello sara!! I have a diastasis recti about 3,5fingers wide. I live in Portugal unfortunately here there are no specialists whatsoever that could actually properly check how my condition is. I have been to a few physiotherapists even in Germany and they all tell me I should do crunches, I did what they said because I thought they should know best..... well my belly is worse now I even feel the gap got bigger. well I have done a lot of research and know the basics of what to do so it doesn't get worse. I have one question now : my biggest and only hobby is surfing... i had stopped since I was 5months pregnant but I can't stop surfing forever, then all my personal fun part in life is gone :( I bought a splint and I thought it my be an idea to go surfing with the splint. what would you suggest would it be to heavy on the tummy??? thank you so much in advance
+Pupi P Hi Pupi. Yes, crunches are definitely the worst things for a diastais recti. Are you doing any exercises to help with it? I highly recommend watching all of my diastasis videos here on TH-cam - look for that Playlist. I also recommend getting my Expecting More: The 4th Trimester Workout. Follow all the modifications. No, I don't think you need to stop surfing. You just need to learn to engage your core muscles correctly.
Thank you very much for getting back to me:) I started to do the exercises with the towel you show on your video. I will try to get your workout DVDs! thank you. I strted surfing now after you had answered ( i had stoped for nearly 2 years now) so i am very hapy to be back in the water- every time i am surfing i try to engage my core muscles which is pretty difficult to hold them nearly the whole session and duck diving but i will get there and I am so much happier since I am back in the water- i just have to take it easy and dont get to radical..... Thank you and keep up the great infos!
Go to safecoreexercises.com so you know which exercises to DO and NOT to do. Email info@sarahaley.com if you have additional questions. I'm here to help.
My diastasis recti width is one finger only but i still have a mommy pooch. I am 15 months postmartum, Shall i do core muscle strengthening exercises or should i just go on to crunches and all of that to work on my abs? Please help. I hate how my belly looks like. This is my first baby.
I had diastatis recti before I got pregnant and now I’m prego with my third and I’m so nervous things are going to get sooo much worse!! Can I do these exercises while pregnant, will that help?
No, I don't recommend these workouts while you're pregnant. Instead I recommend other core exercises that you can find at PregnancyCoreExercises.com. You might also consider my FREE pregnancy workouts at freepregnancyworkouts.com.
Yes! I didn't understand why my stomach oddly poked out only above my belly button until I checked after chatting with another mom in my daughters kindergarten class. It had never occurred to me before. Now I am looking for more excercises before having my fourth. I don't have to wait until he starts school to have a flat stomach again!
Hi Sara, I tried your exercises and I can feel a difference even in one day! I've a question though: I tried using my stomach to move in Wrap It Up, but I end up feeling the strain along my neck and shoulders. Is that right?
So, I did accelerated pilates before I got pregnant with Irish twins and acquired DR. are you saying I can NEVER go back to doing my old, super ab routine again that I loved??
Hi Kim. So if you have diastasis recti you need to avoid all crunching and twisting. You can do exercises like these every day to help heal your diastasis. Is that what you're asking? If you've just had a a baby you need to wait until you receive your doctor or midwife's permission.
Hi! I wanted to start doing high intensity interval training running. , where im predominantly jogging but would do sprints for 45 seconds to one minute. Is this bad for my diastasis? I have a 2 finger gap at my bellybutton. My stomach was extremely flat before and now I still look 5 months pregnant almost 3 months PP. I'm very stressed about it. My tummy was the only thing I was confident about appearance-wise before baby.
You need to make sure you are engaging your core properly during interval training exercises. sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ will teach you the right way.
I have not tested myself yet, I am just now learning about this. Trying to figure out why I still have a pooch. I had my son 3 yrs ago. I just have a little pooch on my lower stomach. Pain in my lower back , I also see like this bulge coming up from My stomach anytime I try an get up from the floor. I hope these moves help with this.
Would wearing a belly bandit throughout the day also help pull the gap together? I already bought one but haven't worn it too much since having my baby, she's 17 days old now, baby number 11!! I don't have a big gap (under 2 fingers). Would like to close the gap before doing other ab workouts. Thanks for any advice.
Yes, start wearing it now! It will definitely help support your muscles until you can start to do the work yourself. It will help your uterus go down as well.
Sara I am bedridden and have just relearned how to sit up and get back in bed. lIfting my legs over the edge. Do these have to be on the floor? Can I do in bed? I call my abdomen Mt Vesuvius it is that big. I gained an enormous amount of weight over 10 years and at 35 I had emergency cesarean birth and I also needed a hysterectomy to save my life. I was 8 months pregnant but my uterus ruptured. A Trauma Surgeon helped my OB do a major incision from my belly button down in a vertical cut. I started see Mt Vesuvius a few years ago, whenever I was laying down. I have lost 300 lbs with another 90 to go which I hope will be by this time August 2020. This Diastases is is huge. I was told by doctors that nothing could be done as surgery is not an option. I do exercises suited to my bedridden status sitting up now to exercise daily for 35 minutes. Will these exercises be okay to do in bed? I would be willing to add to my program for exercise. I am sending my email address to you and my name Debbie A. BTW I lost my weight with a great healthy program that helped me change my habits and helped emotional cause. Debbielynn52 @gmail.com. Tank you for your positive energy! This is indeed a specialized program. No wonder my back and constipation has been so painful. Thank you again! be in the next year
+Sara Haley .I m 1year and 4 months postpartum and have diastesis recti with 4-5 fingers.I m using elliptical in gym.is it safe and plz tell me if I use belly wrap with the exercise u mentioned for diastesis.will it b helpful.
Hi Sarah. I have a 1 finger gap and about a 1 1/2 finger gap around my belly button. Is it ok to go back to planks, crunches, etc. since I don't have diastasis or is it best to wait until there is no gap at all? Thank you!
Hi Christie. I'm about the same here. I don't ever do crunches and I do plank in moderation. There are too many other core exercises that are way better for diastasis. If you're doing plank, I would stop as soon as you feel like you can't contract your TVA anymore. If you want to know more about what I'm talking about I would check out my core workouts from my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/about/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
I'm 10 weeks PP with my 2nd and my back always hurts along with my abs, even after a 10 minute walk or a bit of house work, I ache for the rest of the day... I have almost a 3 finger separation 😱 my question is, can walking helping or hinder my healing? I mean even vacuuming hurts 😔 are there any good house work chores that would actually help as a part of a good work out? I have a bad prolapse too which doesn't help with the comfort level of anything down there... Thank you 💕
Oh Rhiannon. I feel for you. I'd actually recommend you trying a belly wrap or splint. Check out: bit.ly/myfavoritesplint. Look under Belly Wraps. I used the B.F.F. Wrap but they are all really great. If you want to email me at info@sarahaley.com we can talk more about the prolapse too. Do you have my 4th Trimester Workout? I'd highly recommend it and follow Jennifer due to the prolapse: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
I gave birth 3 months ago and my belly is just like before. It doesn't look like I had a baby. I don't know why! Maybe it's cause my baby was born at 36 weeks, but I had a very very bog bump. People thought I was at 40 weeks when I was 34!
ibrar ahmed no, it’s recommended that you wait at least 6 weeks after childbirth to do any kind of exercise, assuming you had a natural birth and not a c-section
omg SO happy to hear you say that....for me it has been 14 years and to hear you tell someone for whom it's been 18 years that it's not too late gives me hope!!
Two days ago I suffered severe pain bending over. Yesterday my stomach just felt sore not quite right. I went to the doctor today and she diagnosed me with diastasis recti. It has been 13 years since I had my last child, I'm 46 and I was a little taken back. However it did bring all these odd symptoms I have been having into a real aha moment. I'm glad I've found this video/you. I started back doing kegel's while watching. I'm wondering if because the last year or so I had stopped doing them if that was why I had pain. My doctor said my separation is small. I will apply the wall exercise in a few days after my area is not so sore and then maybe in a week or two the towel crunch. I look forward to viewing more videos. Thanks!
I'm sorry you were in pain Amy but glad you figured out what it is. I'm doing a Facebook Live tomorrow, January 13 on my page facebook.com/sarahaleyfit at 11 am PST with my friend Erica who has a Core Rehab Program recommended by OBGYNS and physical therapists. If you can join us it might be just what you need. You can also check it out here: www.ericaziel.com/a/2538/cJwxNEFc.
Thank you for you expedient response. Hopefully I still be able to find the video in a few weeks, currently I am on a FB diet :) If you don't mind what are your thoughts on waist trainers/cinchers? Of course I would not go to tight, but I thought perhaps it would help to keep thing together.
First of all thank you for taking the time to make your videos, you are great!!! I have really enjoyed you and the way you teach. I have been doing your work out videos and following your chart for 3 months. I am one year out from my last pregnancy, I have a DR and have had 5 C-sections. I just can't loose the weight, I haven't seen any improvement yet. I am vegan and eat 2 meals a day and drink tea in the evenings. Is there anything I should be doing different?
Hi Sarah It’s been like more than five since my c section only now I have found out why my tummy is like this. If I start doing it now will it heal now that’s it’s been so long?
Yes, I would start doing them now. How big is your gap? Have you tested yourself? I would highly recommend my 4th Trimester Workout? sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
I would definitely check with your OBGYN and/or pelvic floor specialist. If you can work on staying engaged and contracting your TVA (do you know how to do that?), then I would say yes. I teach you how to do this in my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Your such an adorable lady! I'm interested in purchasing your videos. I do have a question though. I had my youngest 3 years ago via Csection and I am wondering if it might be too late to help me with my diatisis recti. My belly looks like I'm 5 months pregnant. I have to wear maternity pants even though I'm not pregnant...very frustrating. I also seen a comment about a splint. What is that?
Yes, so the best bet for you is my 4th Trimester Workout found HERE: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ You can start no matter how long ago you had a baby. With a "splint" or body wrap, it's only really going to do you good right after you've had your baby. If you want to read more about my thoughts on it, go HERE: sarahaley.com/motherhood/postnatal/the-solution-to-postpartum-vanity-plus-so-much-more/
is this diastese injury what make the so called baby pooch I have flat stomach and a flap cause I had a c section but I want it to go away..will this help
+Alexa MTZ Yes, it very well may be. Have you tested yourself for it? Here's how th-cam.com/video/Y7l82ZXNhSE/w-d-xo.html and if you need something for recovery, I would check this out: sarahaley.com/about/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hi Sofiya. It depends on so many things - how many fingers deep and wide your gap is, what the rest of your workout routines are like, how far postpartum you are . . . just keep at it, avoid the "wrong exercises" and be patient. I'd also recommend checking out my 4th Trimester Workouts: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Definitely check yourself for diastasis recti. That's what these exercises are for. Here's how you test: th-cam.com/video/Y7l82ZXNhSE/w-d-xo.html. Also, you may want to check out my #4thTrimesterWorkout (s) sarahaley.com/about/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Yes, Michelle. My guess is you have a diastasis recti. Have you had children? I would watch some of my other videos on diastasis: th-cam.com/play/PLJZDpBYREmUUP_hM_Omgh9hbUEK_U5tim.html. If you need more workouts, check out my 4th Trimester Workouts, specifically the core ones:sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/. Let me know if you have any other questions.
I'd have to see how you're doing them. You can see the ones I recommend in my Standing Core workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout-standing-core/
Yes, but probably depends on how you do the. Try out the ones in my Standing Core workout HERE: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout-standing-core/
I'm 73 and I just found out I have this condition. I'm going to move forward with exercise to repair this condition
oh good Barbara - I'm so glad you are going to work on repair. How many fingers? Did you test for it?
yes ! Check out my 4th Trimester Workout as well: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout-dvd/
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I'm so sorry you are in pain. Please let me know how I can help. You may want to check out the information I have at SafeCoreExercises.com
I just found out what the problem was. I didn’t know this was a big deal! Thank you for your help.
Oh good! Happy to help!
Can I hula hoop for 30 minutes a day? I have 2 cm separation I found out today. I also started doing the towel method while laying. I really need to lose weight these next two months before my vacation. Had my baby 5 months ago. Is hula hooping ok because I can’t go any other cardio because running seems to bring out some varicose veins for me it seems ....
I want to know if I can hula hoop too.
What about during pregnnacy what exercise can we do for diastasis recti???
My kiddo is turn one year on this 20th December 2020. But my belly bulge like I'm 3-4 month pregnant. After how many days doing exercise this diactesis recti cure?
Hi Sara, I am currently 12 weeks postpartum C-section. First baby. Is it too early to tell if I have diastasis recti? My Dr said it takes women about 6 months to heal from a diastasis due to pregnancy. I definitely still look pregnant. Not sure if that’s normal or not at this stage.
I have had this since my first pregnancy 8 years ago. It started as just 2-3cm 6 months post partum. Then after I had my second baby it stayed at 8-9cm and I am on my 3rd and last pregnancy now and it's to the point it's causing me to have really bad back problems. Can I naturally heal it as a consultant has recommended surgery but I would prefer to try and do it naturally of I can.
Hi dear thanks for sharing such a wonderful exercises I have same problems after third baby all of them were normal pregnancies but I don’t realise that I have to do these exercises now my baby is 2 years old now
My question is will these exercises help or it’s too laste plz reply thanks
How many times a day do you do the exercises? I keep doing the breathing one several times today since I found out yesterday that I had DR. I think I'm sitting at 4-5 finger length (2.5 years postpartum) and it worries me. I plan on using a "body wrap" (not sure what to call it right now) to help out because I think my connective tissue is so thin, that I can feel the spasms moving around often and especially after I eat. Even my husband realized that something was amiss last night when he felt my stomach area. He's my 'cheerleader' and wants the best for me and now knows that I can't do the regular exercises that are used for core workouts.
Chelsea, I think you definitely need to check out my 4th Trimester Workouts, if not the entire program then the core workouts: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
After delivery of my baby my belly button is protruding out
Is it a diastisis recti or a hernia
I have done crunch and plank in my 4rd trimester. What should I do now? Will my belly heeld be solved now? I did wrong excirse I confused 😢

Hi Sara! I just tried to purchase your DVD, and it's not in stock on Amazon. Do you know how long it'll be until there are more in stock?
I know! We are working on it. You can buy it on my site (digital downloads available too): sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ Use code YT20 for 20% off!
Finally someone who gets that doing the excersises without the shirt covering your belly is such a big help!!! I hate when someone talks about how to belly breathe correctly and I cant tell what is going on with their stomach or ribs. Do you recommend your video for someone who is 5 years PP with a diastasis???
+Cynthia Carl Yes! It can help you no matter how long ago you had a baby!
Yes! It's never too later! sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ I even do some of the exercises specifically in a sports bra so you see how to breath through them.
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I m in fourth month of post-partum.. I checked DR and more than four finger gap.. I am confused of doing exercises.. Please suggest me which is effective workout for beginners
Go to safecoreexercises.com so you know which exercises to DO and NOT to do. Email info@sarahaley.com if you have additional questions. I'm here to help.
Hi Sarah! I'm really enjoying all your videos! I definitely have diastasis recti and I really appreciate all your guidance for ways to close it. I've watched your video on exercises to avoid, and I have a few additional questions. Are these poses safe: down dog, modified plank (on the knees), and 'flying' on your belly (as a back exercise)? Thanks for all the help!
Down Dog and modified plank are safe as long as you are engaging your TVA (transverse abdominals). If you're not sure how to do that, check out my 4th Trimester Workouts - they will also give you plenty of ideas and modifications for exercises: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/. I'm not sure what "flying" on your belly is but if you are arching your back at all, I would avoid it.
Hi Sara, I am 17 months postpartum with my 5th baby and I have had diastasis with the last two maybe three pregnancies. I have gotten it down to about a one and a half to two finger Gap. I really want to start working out and get fit, since I haven't really been able to since baby 3. What can you recommend as far as your workouts go? I would love to purchase the right product. Thank you so much
Hi Heather. You'll want my 4th Trimester Workout and to follow Janine, as she shows all the modifications for diastasis recti. The workout can be found HERE: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/.
It might also be worth getting the free information found at safecoreexercises.com
dear sara can i get rid off belly pooch becoz my daughter is 1 yr old nw but still i have 1 finger gap around the belly and my upper stomach look adorable so can u plz suggest me
Do you recommend wearing a belly splint as well, or are the exercises sufficient on their own?
+Miranda Ferrante Yes, belly splints are great for diastasis, especially in the first few months. Does that help?
+Sara Haley Yes, thank you. My youngest is 16 months and I have about a 3 finger gap. I'm trying to do the exercises as often as possible but I think a splint may be beneficial as well. Are there any brands you recommend?
+Miranda Ferrante Yes! Email me at info@sarahaley.com so I can hook you up!
Mam, I have less than one DR gap. But still I could see abdominal doming. Pls suggest what exercise I shld follow
Go to safecoreexercises.com so you know which exercises to DO and NOT to do. Email info@sarahaley.com if you have additional questions. I'm here to help.
I unfortunately happened to see this now. I have 2 boys. And the younger one is 6 years plus now. I have diastasis recti. How can i heal it now? Please reply. I go for zumba. Is tat alone gonna help? Or zumba wont help at all?
No, Zumba won't help with diastasis recti. I recommend going to sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hey everyone,
I tried a method similar to the one in the video and I saw a HUGE improvement after 1 day. For me, the key was to use the towel to squeeze tight as much as possible. Good luck ladies!
Oh good! Congrats and thanks for sharing!
Hi Synth
How much did you get benefit from this exercise??
Yes the towel is so supportive!
All these exercises assisted me in closing my gap.
my gap is closed completely now
Hi Sara,
I have diastasis recti of about 4 fingers. will watching and exercising of Expecting More®: The 4th Trimester Workout (2 DVDs) help to reduce the gap.
Also which splint should I buy to keep the pressure of the tummy.
Your SARA HALEY TOWEL are out of stock where can I buy them.
Thank you.
Yes, the towel is out of stock. You need a towel that is long enough that you can wrap around your body. The 4th Trimester will help you from making your gap any worse. Feel free to email me at info@sarahaley.com and I can double check on towels and give you some other recommendations. My favorite splint is bit.ly/myfavoritesplint. Look under Belly Wraps.
I'm thankful I guess that I've been aware of kegels and I have developed a habit of doing them since I was pretty young(17/18)
Hi .. I wonder if this excercise still works for me .. Its already 5years ago since i gave birth to my daughter .. Hope you notice me ..
It might! Give it a try!
I have the same problem and it is 4 years after my pregnancy,should I do hiit with these exercises or no and what about diet?...
Yes you can still do them. You should check out my 4th Trimester Workout too: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Amazing video! I learned a lot !! :) How many months has it taken you so far to notice if the ab gap is getting smaller? :)
+Marla Aycho If you're doing the exercises religiously, you will see progress within weeks! But you have to do them all the time!
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Thank you for explaining about diastasis recti and it was great to hear your story. Really informative and a great routine.
My pleasure! Do you have diastasis?
Hello thank you for the amazing video.
Jus wondering how long it takes to close the gap. Pls help
It varies. Start here: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hi! Can I still get results if I have almost 8 years after child birth? :-) Thank you!
Yes! sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Is it okay even i just find out just now the diatisis recti and my child is already 2 years old . Is it still working ?
Yes! Check out sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ to help you!
Not sure - when I search for you it doesn’t come up and when I search your exercise hashtag it’s hidden by Instagram
I had a Classical C section and I been doing these exercises, but I don't feel like my lower stomach muscles can work at all. When I suck in the bottom doesn't go anywhere. Could this be from the vertical cut? For a little detail, i had this c section, they infected it, cut me all the way back open and it had to heal on its own. I was on a wound vac for months! I was told that I will never have the muscle function back from this, but I have been trying. Thank you for any information!
Oh wow Debbie. I'm sorry for the trauma. How postpartum are you now? I'd recommend you try my 4th Trimester Workout. There is a mom who demonstrates modifications for C section recovery. sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
hi Sara Haley! ive been 3yrs post partum and i didnt know about DR up until last year and Ive been doing tummy wrap for it and although my tummy had shrunk quite a bit i still have a small pouch bulging out. so i was wondering if its too late to do all this DR exercises?
Definitely not - the exercises will help you way MORE than the wrap. Also make sure you are avoiding certain exercises: sarahaley.com/motherhood/exercises-to-avoid-post-pregnancy/. I'd def recommend my 4th Trimester Workouts, especially the core ones: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
can I use training belt or hot belt/slimming belt for wrapping my tummy?
My youngest child is almost one year now. Is it too late to fix the diastasis or will the excercises still help me?
It is never too late! You can start at any time!
My second child is already 5. I just found out why I still look pregnant...DR. I have two fingers gap. Is it possible to have flat belly with this exercises?
Yes, but you have to put in the work. I recommend checking out the core workouts from my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Can I use a waist trainer band instead of a towel for a Diastasis Recti exercise?
I'm not sure how that would work. Can you explain?
Hello Sara thanks for taking time to help us. Am soon having baby how soon can I start doing this exercises after delivery???
Congrats! I recommend getting your doctor's approval to exercise first. You may want to watch this video though:th-cam.com/video/KglcSccBZ40/w-d-xo.html
Also, think about getting my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hi Sara! Love your stuff here and on Instagram! I was wondering for this set of exercises you recommend, how to compensate for a large butt? Haha I've tried wall exercises before and have never been able to do them very well because of my butt, aka it keeps me from being close to the wall like you show here. This time around I'm curious to know if bent knees would be safe to use while healing my diastasis recti or if it would be too much strain and should stick strictly to the floor. I'm post baby #2! :) I'm only one finger wide (middle finger-wide) but 8 fingers long. :(
Oh I wish you'd known about my #21DaysofSquats challenge. It just finished up last week. It's all about toning and strengthening the butt. I'm not sure what you mean about bent knees - can you be more specific?
Hi! Thanks for getting back to me. I should be more clear definitely! I am wondering if the wall exercise you suggest in this video would still be ok to do to help my diastasis recti while taking a large butt into consideration. Aka if I can't get my back against the wall without straining should I attempt this particular wall exercise? Hopefully that's more understandable!
Whoops! I signed in under my husbands account! It's still me, Sarah Jane, asking the above. :)
It's not going to help your diastasis. You need specific core exercises for that. Have you checked out my Diastasis Playlist? The squat is also NOT going to hurt your diastasis. I would also check out PregnancyCoreExercises.com.
I have an umbilical hernia and diastasis recti. Is it safe for me to work this area or will it strangulate the hernia?
Please check with your doctor.
I just found out that I've 4 fingers gap. Maybe that's way my stomach still looking like I'm pregnant. My second is 6 month old now. Will it work if I use belly corset like mamaway when doing this exercise? Thank you
Yes, it most likely is why. An abdominal wrap will help your uterus go down after pregnancy but won't heal the muscles - you need to do exercises like in my 4th Trimester Workout; sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout-dvd/
Thia Solichah
Im already 5months postpartum...would this still work?
Yes, but more importantly I recommend my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
th-cam.com/video/XTGbkhLd1SQ/w-d-xo.html
How long should I wear my postpartum belly belt ? And should I only wear when working out ? I’m 13 weeks postpartum
Is it like a belly wrap? The usual recommendation is 6-8 weeks postpartum.
Sara Haley Yes! It’s a belly wrap! As far as diastatis recti, i don’t have the gap but I did the test by laying down and putting my chin to my chest and ended up having like this bulge/dome type of thing . Could that be diastasis recti?
@@Mskiwi4844 Possibly - but mostly it could just mean that the position your in is too much pressure on the abdominals. Make sure you are avoiding the exercises I talk about here: safecoreexercises.com
hello sara!! I have a diastasis recti about 3,5fingers wide. I live in Portugal unfortunately here there are no specialists whatsoever that could actually properly check how my condition is. I have been to a few physiotherapists even in Germany and they all tell me I should do crunches, I did what they said because I thought they should know best..... well my belly is worse now I even feel the gap got bigger. well I have done a lot of research and know the basics of what to do so it doesn't get worse. I have one question now : my biggest and only hobby is surfing... i had stopped since I was 5months pregnant but I can't stop surfing forever, then all my personal fun part in life is gone :( I bought a splint and I thought it my be an idea to go surfing with the splint. what would you suggest would it be to heavy on the tummy??? thank you so much in advance
+Pupi P Hi Pupi. Yes, crunches are definitely the worst things for a diastais recti. Are you doing any exercises to help with it? I highly recommend watching all of my diastasis videos here on TH-cam - look for that Playlist. I also recommend getting my Expecting More: The 4th Trimester Workout. Follow all the modifications. No, I don't think you need to stop surfing. You just need to learn to engage your core muscles correctly.
Thank you very much for getting back to me:) I started to do the exercises with the towel you show on your video. I will try to get your workout DVDs! thank you. I strted surfing now after you had answered ( i had stoped for nearly 2 years now) so i am very hapy to be back in the water- every time i am surfing i try to engage my core muscles which is pretty difficult to hold them nearly the whole session and duck diving but i will get there and I am so much happier since I am back in the water- i just have to take it easy and dont get to radical..... Thank you and keep up the great infos!
Just did 80 lol. I don't know why but I have a habit of doing kegals all the time so doing 80 fast was pretty easy.
Can i start ab exercises after i have healed from diastasis ? And when ?
Go to safecoreexercises.com so you know which exercises to DO and NOT to do. Email info@sarahaley.com if you have additional questions. I'm here to help.
Male,64 ...can I safely use a stomach binder and run or elliptically train and lift
Why would you need to use a stomach binder? Do you have diastasis recti?
My diastasis recti width is one finger only but i still have a mommy pooch. I am 15 months postmartum, Shall i do core muscle strengthening exercises or should i just go on to crunches and all of that to work on my abs? Please help. I hate how my belly looks like. This is my first baby.
No do not do crunches. I advise checking out my 4th Trimester Workout at: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Ester Nakale how is your belly now?! Any progress . I’m going through this and I’m two months postpartum. I making videos to mark my progress.
I had diastatis recti before I got pregnant and now I’m prego with my third and I’m so nervous things are going to get sooo much worse!! Can I do these exercises while pregnant, will that help?
No, I don't recommend these workouts while you're pregnant. Instead I recommend other core exercises that you can find at PregnancyCoreExercises.com. You might also consider my FREE pregnancy workouts at freepregnancyworkouts.com.
Hi Sara. It's going to be 2 years since I gave birth. Can I still work out to heal my diastasis recti?
Yes! I didn't understand why my stomach oddly poked out only above my belly button until I checked after chatting with another mom in my daughters kindergarten class. It had never occurred to me before. Now I am looking for more excercises before having my fourth. I don't have to wait until he starts school to have a flat stomach again!
Hi Sara, I tried your exercises and I can feel a difference even in one day! I've a question though: I tried using my stomach to move in Wrap It Up, but I end up feeling the strain along my neck and shoulders. Is that right?
You may be lifting too high then. Have you tried my 4th Trimester Workouts yet? sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
So, I did accelerated pilates before I got pregnant with Irish twins and acquired DR. are you saying I can NEVER go back to doing my old, super ab routine again that I loved??
Not necessarily. How big is our gap? Are you currently working on healing it?
So you can do abdominal exercises daily? I thought we had to wait every other day. What is your feedback on this?
Hi Kim. So if you have diastasis recti you need to avoid all crunching and twisting. You can do exercises like these every day to help heal your diastasis. Is that what you're asking? If you've just had a a baby you need to wait until you receive your doctor or midwife's permission.
Hi! I wanted to start doing high intensity interval training running.
, where im predominantly jogging but would do sprints for 45 seconds to one minute. Is this bad for my diastasis? I have a 2 finger gap at my bellybutton.
My stomach was extremely flat before and now I still look 5 months pregnant almost 3 months PP. I'm very stressed about it. My tummy was the only thing I was confident about appearance-wise before baby.
You need to make sure you are engaging your core properly during interval training exercises. sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ will teach you the right way.
How many montht i have to do this exercise to cure my DR
Good tips
I have also this problem after my second child.
I also want help to fix it
+MANDEEP NAHAR Yes! My recommendation is: sarahaley.com/about/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
My 4th Trimester Workout will help: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
I have not tested myself yet, I am just now learning about this. Trying to figure out why I still have a pooch. I had my son 3 yrs ago. I just have a little pooch on my lower stomach. Pain in my lower back , I also see like this bulge coming up from
My stomach anytime I try an get up from the floor. I hope these moves help with this.
I hope so too! Keep me updated. I also recommend my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Would wearing a belly bandit throughout the day also help pull the gap together? I already bought one but haven't worn it too much since having my baby, she's 17 days old now, baby number 11!! I don't have a big gap (under 2 fingers). Would like to close the gap before doing other ab workouts. Thanks for any advice.
Yes, start wearing it now! It will definitely help support your muscles until you can start to do the work yourself. It will help your uterus go down as well.
Amanda Benzing 11 kids? you need to stop bein a babymaker!!
Hey Sara! Your videos are super fun, friendly and informative. I'll be sure to direct my pre and post clients over here. Way to go! ~xo Dinneen
Thanks Dinneen. It's been too long! I will always think of how you saved me in NYC during my second pregnancy.
Sara I am bedridden and have just relearned how to sit up and get back in bed. lIfting my legs over the edge. Do these have to be on the floor? Can I do in bed? I call my abdomen Mt Vesuvius it is that big. I gained an enormous amount of weight over 10 years and at 35 I had emergency cesarean birth and I also needed a hysterectomy to save my life. I was 8 months pregnant but my uterus ruptured. A Trauma Surgeon helped my OB do a major incision from my belly button down in a vertical cut. I started see Mt Vesuvius a few years ago, whenever I was laying down. I have lost 300 lbs with another 90 to go which I hope will be by this time August 2020. This Diastases is is huge. I was told by doctors that nothing could be done as surgery is not an option. I do exercises suited to my bedridden status sitting up now to exercise daily for 35 minutes. Will these exercises be okay to do in bed? I would be willing to add to my program for exercise. I am sending my email address to you and my name Debbie A. BTW I lost my weight with a great healthy program that helped me change my habits and helped emotional cause. Debbielynn52 @gmail.com. Tank you for your positive energy! This is indeed a specialized program. No wonder my back and constipation has been so painful. Thank you again!
be in the next year
Hi Debbie. I'm so sorry you're going through all this. If your doctor approves, you could try these exercises in bed.
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Thank you so much Sara. I will try this and incorporate to my daily exercises!
im already 5mos postpartum,der still time to work out my recti?do u hav exercise both for losing some fats also and the healing of recti?
Yes, yes! It's never too late. My 4th Trimester Workout is for moms at every stage: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Can you do this exercise if you are pregnant?
+Alympia Music I'd rather have you do the exercise I show here; th-cam.com/video/QT4-dMmhYDY/w-d-xo.html
+Sara Haley .I Mm
+Sara Haley .I m 1year and 4 months postpartum and have diastesis recti with 4-5 fingers.I m using elliptical in gym.is it safe and plz tell me if I use belly wrap with the exercise u mentioned for diastesis.will it b helpful.
Thank you, best explained and quick. Straight to the point. Can’t wait to do these daily and see results.
How's it going? This may help you too: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hi Sarah. I have a 1 finger gap and about a 1 1/2 finger gap around my belly button. Is it ok to go back to planks, crunches, etc. since I don't have diastasis or is it best to wait until there is no gap at all? Thank you!
Hi Christie. I'm about the same here. I don't ever do crunches and I do plank in moderation. There are too many other core exercises that are way better for diastasis. If you're doing plank, I would stop as soon as you feel like you can't contract your TVA anymore. If you want to know more about what I'm talking about I would check out my core workouts from my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/about/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Great, thank you!!!
I'm 10 weeks PP with my 2nd and my back always hurts along with my abs, even after a 10 minute walk or a bit of house work, I ache for the rest of the day... I have almost a 3 finger separation 😱 my question is, can walking helping or hinder my healing? I mean even vacuuming hurts 😔 are there any good house work chores that would actually help as a part of a good work out? I have a bad prolapse too which doesn't help with the comfort level of anything down there... Thank you 💕
Oh Rhiannon. I feel for you. I'd actually recommend you trying a belly wrap or splint. Check out: bit.ly/myfavoritesplint. Look under Belly Wraps. I used the B.F.F. Wrap but they are all really great. If you want to email me at info@sarahaley.com we can talk more about the prolapse too. Do you have my 4th Trimester Workout? I'd highly recommend it and follow Jennifer due to the prolapse: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
I gave birth 3 months ago and my belly is just like before. It doesn't look like I had a baby. I don't know why!
Maybe it's cause my baby was born at 36 weeks, but I had a very very bog bump. People thought I was at 40 weeks when I was 34!
Can i start it immediately after my childbirth?
ibrar ahmed no, it’s recommended that you wait at least 6 weeks after childbirth to do any kind of exercise, assuming you had a natural birth and not a c-section
Can we do this exeecise for Diastisis recti with umblical hernia?
Yes, I have a friend I'm helping recover from both - you may find her journey interesting: instagram.com/p/CdxSi5hARZH/
Will I still be able to fix my diastase's recti if it's been 18 years since I've had a child?
+sqlara Yes! With consistency & hard work.
omg SO happy to hear you say that....for me it has been 14 years and to hear you tell someone for whom it's been 18 years that it's not too late gives me hope!!
It's been 5 years...I just lost weight and now can see my belly sag when in plank. It's not fat
Two days ago I suffered severe pain bending over. Yesterday my stomach just felt sore not quite right. I went to the doctor today and she diagnosed me with diastasis recti. It has been 13 years since I had my last child, I'm 46 and I was a little taken back. However it did bring all these odd symptoms I have been having into a real aha moment.
I'm glad I've found this video/you. I started back doing kegel's while watching. I'm wondering if because the last year or so I had stopped doing them if that was why I had pain. My doctor said my separation is small. I will apply the wall exercise in a few days after my area is not so sore and then maybe in a week or two the towel crunch. I look forward to viewing more videos. Thanks!
I'm sorry you were in pain Amy but glad you figured out what it is. I'm doing a Facebook Live tomorrow, January 13 on my page facebook.com/sarahaleyfit at 11 am PST with my friend Erica who has a Core Rehab Program recommended by OBGYNS and physical therapists. If you can join us it might be just what you need. You can also check it out here: www.ericaziel.com/a/2538/cJwxNEFc.
Thank you for you expedient response.
Hopefully I still be able to find the video in a few weeks, currently I am on a FB diet :)
If you don't mind what are your thoughts on waist trainers/cinchers? Of course I would not go to tight, but I thought perhaps it would help to keep thing together.
Yes. I love the Belly Bandit: bellybandit.com/?cmid=NjNwWGovK243cFU9&afid=YVF0UHMrOWg5Q0U9&ats=b25Qb3VLSUFjdFE9. I used the B.F.F. Belly Wrap.
First of all thank you for taking the time to make your videos, you are great!!! I have really enjoyed you and the way you teach. I have been doing your work out videos and following your chart for 3 months. I am one year out from my last pregnancy, I have a DR and have had 5 C-sections. I just can't loose the weight, I haven't seen any improvement yet. I am vegan and eat 2 meals a day and drink tea in the evenings. Is there anything I should be doing different?
Thanks! So you've been doing my 4th Trimester Workout? How much weight are you looking to lose? Are you still breastfeeding?
Does breastfeeding prevent you from healing dr? I am breastfeeding my 6 month ood and faithfully doing the exercises and still no improvement
Hi Sarah
It’s been like more than five since my c section only now I have found out why my tummy is like this. If I start doing it now will it heal now that’s it’s been so long?
Yes, I would start doing them now. How big is your gap? Have you tested yourself? I would highly recommend my 4th Trimester Workout? sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hi! What belly splints brand do you recommend? Thanks.
My favorite is HERE: sarahaley.com/motherhood/postnatal/the-solution-to-postpartum-vanity-plus-so-much-more/
Does this gap cause sciatica by any chance ?
It may not have caused it but it certainly won't help it. The two sometimes come hand in hand. Are you experiencing both?
If I do excerises daily how long will it take to close my gap completely? I have a two finger gap.
To close completely? That's hard to say. It depends on how well you are doing the exercises. It could be a month or it could be a year!
Will these work after a year since giving birth?
Yes. For more exercises check out my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hi... Am I allowed to use a treadmill to walk (5km/hr) when i have diastasis recti (4 fingers)??
I would definitely check with your OBGYN and/or pelvic floor specialist. If you can work on staying engaged and contracting your TVA (do you know how to do that?), then I would say yes. I teach you how to do this in my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
hi sara, how old are you??
Thank you!
Your such an adorable lady! I'm interested in purchasing your videos. I do have a question though. I had my youngest 3 years ago via Csection and I am wondering if it might be too late to help me with my diatisis recti. My belly looks like I'm 5 months pregnant. I have to wear maternity pants even though I'm not pregnant...very frustrating. I also seen a comment about a splint. What is that?
+Jackie Begglo Yes! You need to do my 4th Trimester Workout th-cam.com/video/Y7l82ZXNhSE/w-d-xo.html.
+Sara Haley The splint I love is at bit.ly/myfavoritesplint. Go to Belly Wraps and I used the B.F.F. but all of them are great!
Yes, so the best bet for you is my 4th Trimester Workout found HERE: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/ You can start no matter how long ago you had a baby.
With a "splint" or body wrap, it's only really going to do you good right after you've had your baby. If you want to read more about my thoughts on it, go HERE: sarahaley.com/motherhood/postnatal/the-solution-to-postpartum-vanity-plus-so-much-more/
Baby steps tips here
th-cam.com/video/XTGbkhLd1SQ/w-d-xo.html
Can an older DR be repaired with exercise?
Absolutely. Check out my 4th Trimester Workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
I have it too but I look pregnant
Fed up I’m a mum of 5
Please consider my 4th Trimester Workout and follow the diastasis recti modifications sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
is this diastese injury what make the so called baby pooch I have flat stomach and a flap cause I had a c section but I want it to go away..will this help
+Alexa MTZ Yes, it very well may be. Have you tested yourself for it? Here's how th-cam.com/video/Y7l82ZXNhSE/w-d-xo.html and if you need something for recovery, I would check this out: sarahaley.com/about/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
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Hey Sara,
how many days does it take to close the Gap?
Hi Sofiya. It depends on so many things - how many fingers deep and wide your gap is, what the rest of your workout routines are like, how far postpartum you are . . . just keep at it, avoid the "wrong exercises" and be patient. I'd also recommend checking out my 4th Trimester Workouts: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
Hi Sara, I am 6weeks post pregnancy and I had a Tubal ligation done, will this workout work for me?
Hi Takisah. Do you also have a diastasis? I'm not familiar with the limitations for Tubal ligation recovery.
+Sara Haley I'm not sure lol
Definitely check yourself for diastasis recti. That's what these exercises are for. Here's how you test: th-cam.com/video/Y7l82ZXNhSE/w-d-xo.html. Also, you may want to check out my #4thTrimesterWorkout (s) sarahaley.com/about/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/
How long after having a baby should I wait to do these?
I would always recommend checking with your doctor. You may want to watch this:
th-cam.com/video/KglcSccBZ40/w-d-xo.html
Its really a gud solution.... Will this work out even after 6 months of c section
Please help I can’t get myself to measure it but horizontally in my navel it’s two fingers
Email info@sarahaley.com and go to safecoreexercises.com for lots of free info.
Can it work for me after 10 weeks
Yes!
thank you. very helpful vid and to the point!
It's been 3 years of c section my navel is still protruding out and have diastasis recti
Will these exercises be helpful for Dr condition
hi I'm 48 and look 9 month pregnant will this work for me
Yes, Michelle. My guess is you have a diastasis recti. Have you had children? I would watch some of my other videos on diastasis: th-cam.com/play/PLJZDpBYREmUUP_hM_Omgh9hbUEK_U5tim.html. If you need more workouts, check out my 4th Trimester Workouts, specifically the core ones:sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout/. Let me know if you have any other questions.
yes iv had six children my youngest is now 16
Well, that makes sense. I would look at the links I sent you for sure.
Can you do standing crunch with diastasis recti ? Thanks
I'd have to see how you're doing them. You can see the ones I recommend in my Standing Core workout: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout-standing-core/
Yes, but probably depends on how you do the. Try out the ones in my Standing Core workout HERE: sarahaley.com/product/expecting-more-the-4th-trimester-workout-standing-core/
I'm so sad that your instagram is gone!
What do you mean?
Taking bigomet and follic acid menses not coming what i do mam
Omg can anyone do a realtime workout without all the talking
dana you will like my channel ! :)
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Love from kerala
That amazing
Can i do it with zumba??
Do you mean can you do Zumba if you have a diastasis recti?
Sara Haley Yas
Yes, but I would make sure you avoid doing the exercises I talk about here: pregnancycoreexercises.com
Sara Haley ok thanks
Did you ever see which Exercises to avoid? I am working on healing my arms but also doing Zumba and when I click here link it’s not valid anymore
Helpful much? Ha thank you!
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