There is so much misinformation about the abs, core, and pelvic floor that people have many misconceptions about these areas. At the same time, the midsection is one of the most disliked parts of the human body. People come to me all the time looking for ways to tone their midsection and lose weight.
In today’s episode of the Balanced Life podcast, I’ll demystify common misconceptions about abs, core, and pelvic floor, you’ll learn the muscle groups that make up your core, what to do to tone your midsection, and what you’re doing. can treat pelvic floor problems such as pain and incontinence.
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You’ll want to listen to this episode if you’re interested in…
- How to increase strength in the midsection [3:32]
- Understanding the Abdominal Split [7:22]
- How to flatten your belly? [14:35]
- Pelvic floor [22:33]
Understanding the Abdominal Split
Diastasis recti is a common problem faced by women. This normal separation of the abdomen occurs during pregnancy to allow the abdominal muscles to separate to make room for the expanding abdomen. Although the beauty of the design of the human body allows for the creation of a new life, the result is often unsatisfying mothers. Because the connective tissue of the linea alba often has trouble reattaching, it can create an anterior hole that is difficult to slim down.
If you’re not sure if you have diastasis recti, check out my video on Instagram to see how you can check. It’s important to understand whether you have it or not, as many common exercises like sit-ups can actually make the condition worse. Diastasis recti can be treated independently; however, some severe cases may require the help of a physiotherapist.
How to build strength in your midsection and flatten your abs
One of the most common questions I get is how I can flatten my stomach.
A strong core means working all the muscles that connect to the pelvis. All core muscles are anchored by the pelvis, so it’s important to focus on just the abs to work the entire core.
If you’re a member of Lindywell, you already know that in Pilates we don’t do sit-ups, but we do focus on core strength. Pilates exercises strengthen your core muscles through slow, focused, precise movements. This deep, intentional work affects your entire body and even spills over into the rest of your life, resulting in better posture and improved daily function.
It’s important to remember that exercise alone won’t help flatten your tummy. A healthy, balanced diet plays a big role. Check out our healthy, delicious, nutritionist-created recipes in the app.
How to work through pelvic floor problems
Many women suffer in silence from pelvic floor problems. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles located inside your pelvis that supports your organs. Because a healthy muscle must be able to stretch and release, it’s important to avoid exercises that focus only on stretching the muscle. They need to be able to break free to function properly.
Pilates is one of the best kept secrets of pelvic floor health. Lindywell is packed with exercises that strengthen your core and pelvic floor strength. Build strength and mobility with our pelvic floor exercises. If you’re not a member yet, you can even watch one of my pelvic floor exercises on YouTube.
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