Mom's Guide to Diastasis Recti: A Program for Preventing and Healing Abdominal Separation Caused by Pregnancy

Mom's Guide to Diastasis Recti: A Program for Preventing and Healing Abdominal Separation Caused by Pregnancy

by PamelaEllgen (Author)

Synopsis

Don't let your pregnancy result in a weaked core and unsightly belly bulge! Is that postpartum belly bulge a little left over fat, or is is the serious medical condition that affects millions of women but no one ever talks about-diastasis recti? If not addressed, diastasis recti results in a weakened core, significant abdominal gap, and unsightly stomach flab. Now, this comprehensive guide details the most effective methods for healing abdominal separation, building strength, and regaining confidence. With over 50 customizable exercises and detailed step-by-step photos, Mom's Guide to Diastasis Recti offers preventative, core-building exercises for pre-pregnancy, followed by a gentle regimen during pregnancy, and then concludes with progressive, strength-building exercises designed for post-pregnancy. If you are considering becoming pregnant or suffered belly cause by pregnancy, this book is for you. It thoroughly describes diastasis recti, addresses its causes, provides detailed information on testing for the condition, and most importantly--discusses how to avoid surgery.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 128
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: Ulysses Press
Published: 09 Mar 2017

ISBN 10: 1612436617
ISBN 13: 9781612436616

Media Reviews
Finally, a book about diastasis recti that is evidence based and easy to read. Most books on this subject are outdated or biased, but Ellgen manages to distill the most recent research into doable workouts that don't rely on expensive splints or boring repetitive movements. --Meredith Riley, CPT, author of Why Diastasis Recti Experts Disagree
Finally, a book about diastasis recti that is evidence-based and easy to read. Most books on this subject are outdated or biased, but Ellgen manages to distill the most recent research into doable workouts that don't rely on expensive splints or boring repetitive movements. -- Meredith Riley, CPT, author of Why Diastasis Recti Experts Disagree
Author Bio
Pamela Ellgen is a food blogger, certified personal trainer, and author of several books on cooking, nutrition, and fitness. Her work has been published in Huffington Post, LIVESTRONG, Darling Magazine, and Spinning.com. Pamela lives in California with her husband and two sons. When she's not in the kitchen, she enjoys practicing yoga, surfing, and exploring the local farmer's market.