Free Resources
Demystifying Core Strength
In this podcast hosted by Lucas Rockwood, you will learn:
- Why head and chin position is foundational for proper posture which leads to core strength and stability
- Why pelvic floor tone is a follower, not a leader, meaning you need to sort out your movement patterns to best effect change
- Why tight and weak are usually the enemy while flexible and strong are usually the treatment
- Why we must have basic, functional fitness capacity such as the ability to do a push-up, pull-up, and squat
- Why Kegels and Mula Bandha can be the wrong choice for some people
Fitness and the Pelvic Floor Stop Chasing Skinny Podcast
In this podcast hosted by Stephanie Keenan, you will learn:
- Pregnancy is not a prerequisite for a weak pelvic floor. The same as pregnancy does not mean you must suffer from incontinence.
- I think not squatting enough and sitting at desks is more of a risk factor for long term pelvic floor health.
- Something as seemingly unrelated as an old ankle injury could result in a weak pelvic floor.
2 Most Common Signs That You Have Diastasis Recti
In the podcast hosted by Rick Kaselj, you will learn:
- Who is Dr. Sarah Duvall?
- Biggest health concern women have after giving birth
- What is Diastasis?
- 2 Most Common Signs That You Have Diastasis Recti
- Do’s and Don’ts of Diastasis Recti exercises
- Why Abdominal Separation leads to back pain
- 3 Signs and Symptoms of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
- Why kegels aren’t enough for your tight pelvic floor
Practical Solutions for Diastasis Recti
In this podcast hosted by Jason Leenaarts, you will learn:
- Diastasis is more common than thought in both women and men
- What is Diastasis Recti and how to heal it?
- Exercises not to do with a Diastasis
- The most helpful exercise for Diastasis (won't be what you think!)
- Why breathing matters for Diastasis
- Tips for pregnancy and how to minimize Diastasis postpartum
- Breathing techniques for exercise
Your Pelvic Floor is Stronger Than You Think!
In this podcast hosted by Denise Conway, you will learn:
- How your pelvic floor works WITH the rest of your body
- Don't give up too soon!
- Thoughts on healing prolapse
- Discussion of the programs offered by Core Exercise Solutions and how they came about
- Why healing your pelvic floor is needed to heal your Diastasis Recti
- Don't be afraid of a setback, it is a learning moment!
How to Take Back Control of Your Body Post-Partum
In this podcast hosted by Adam Willis, you will learn:
- The key areas of focus Post-Partum
- What Diastasis Recti is, how to assess it
- Why the Pelvic Floor is often hugely over-looked, the importance of addressing it and why endless hours of Keagals can actually be to your detriment
- The impact that correct breathing mechanics, addressing posture and diaphragm position have on recovery Post-Partum and why they're the key areas of focus when addressing Diastasis Recti
Pelvic Floor and Diastasis: Coming Back Stronger than Ever Before!
In this podcast hosted by Menachem Brodie, you will learn:
- How to return to triathlons and running after diastasis and prolapse
- How to come back stronger than ever before
- The importance of breathing and how it can boost performance, and improve recovery and overall wellbeing
Yoga with Pelvic Organ Prolapse
In this podcast hosted by Shannon Crow, you will learn:
- What is pelvic organ prolapse
- Why breathing correctly is important for pelvic health
- How to recognize if you are straining or bearing down
- Advice for yoga teachers on how to accommodate and support those with prolapse
Regaining Strength of Your Pelvic Floor Before, During and After Pregnancy
In this podcast hosted by Kate Jaramillo, you will learn:
- The pelvic floors connection to the rest of the body
- Prenatal do's and don'ts for pelvic floor and diastasis prevention
- Postpartum fitness for body repair and strength
- How to prepare the pelvic floor for postpartum health
- What is Diastasis Recti
Should I Lift Heavier Weights?
In this podcast hosted by Dave Smith, you will learn:
- The top 3 postpartum conditions
- What is prolapse and what causes it
- All about pelvic floor dysfunction
- Should you lift weights?
- How to breathe during exercise
- How to avoid pressure on your pelvic floor while lifting
- Thoughts on group fitness, heavier weights, reps, and effort during workouts
Fitness Tips for Pregnancy...& Beyond!
In this podcast hosted by Dr. Mike Wasilisin, you will learn:
- How to move past injury (from birth, etc) and set yourself up for healing successfully
- Why breathing properly is key during pregnancy to prevent diastasis and pelvic floor issues
- Why women tend to clench their glutes during/after pregnancy
- How pregnancy can impact different parts of the body
- Why you don't want to jump back into exercise too quickly postpartum
- Information on diastasis, prolapse, and leaking