Exercises to Avoid Post-Pregnancy

So my two previous posts have been regarding Diastasis Recti – what it is, how to test yourself for it, and exercises that help in healing it. Although all of that is important, what is probably going to help you the most is knowing which exercises to refrain from post-pregnancy to not aggravate or cause…

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Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself

Yes, that means you! Ā I honestly believe that everyone should check themselves for a diastasis recti, but especially if you’ve had a baby. Your first question is probably “Diastasis what?” Ā The short version is that diastasis recti is when the tissue that holds your abdominals together stretches and thins too much so that the right…

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A Few of My Favorite Things . . . about Landon

On Saturday, March 21, 2015 I will officially be the mother of a four-year-old.Ā I have no idea how this happened, or rather, how this happened so fast. Ā Though sadly, it meansĀ I’m also 4 years older,Ā ironically,Ā this amazing human being has made me feel younger in so many ways. Perhaps it’s because I’m happier than I’ve ever…

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Love Your Mummy Tummy

No, I’m not pregnant . . . but I’d understand why you might think that from the pic. My hands in a heart around my belly button represent not a baby currently inside but rather, where my babies came from. It’s the part of my body that I’m learning to love the most because it’s,…

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30 Day #SayNoToCrunches – Week 4

Dun, dun,dun . . . Here it is: the final week of theĀ 30 Day #SayNoToCrunches Challenge! This final week is called “Finish on Your Forearms,” and I’m guessing it will probably feel like the hardest week yet. But have no fear! Ā JustĀ remember to take breaks when you need to, but DO NOT give up now…

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