Diastasis Rectus Abdominis is something that is incredibly common throughout the lifespan and during pregnancy and postpartum and there is a lot of fear mongering associated with it including what exercises and activities are considered “safe” or not.
Diastasis recti is the separation of the two sides of the rectus abdominis muscle, or the six pack muscle. While common for women to develop during pregnancy, it is something that can be treated.
Dr. Holly Durney estimates that approximately 75% of her time is spent teaching her patients about the core. In this short video, Dr. Durney explains what is meant when the statement “tighten your core” is made.
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