A question we commonly get asked here is “When can I start running again after my baby is born?” Running can be a great form of exercise and can provide moms with some quality alone time, but there are several things to consider before getting back into a running routine after you have delivered. Pregnancy […]
Pelvic pain is a diagnosis we see commonly here. Pelvic Pain generally encompasses pain anywhere from below the belly button to the thighs. The pain can be diffuse (ie all across the low back and pelvis) or quite focal (ie vaginal or rectal pain). When you are experiencing pain, exercise can seem like a near
Is core weakness keeping you from getting the most effectiveness out of your workouts? Or is a weak core not allowing you to achieve your fitness goals? If you haven’t considered your core affecting the outcomes of your workouts, then now is the time. The things we hear commonly with our clients that they can’t
We are going to debunk 5 common myths about pregnancy and exercise. Before we get into the myths, we just want to say that exercise is not a one-side fits all thing when it comes to pregnancy. There is no perfect way to exercise for every person. Another thing is that you want to make
We want to give new moms some tips on how to lift, carry, and hold their babies and toddlers with good form. Incorrect lifting is one of the key issues that we see at Legacy Physical Therapy. We hear new moms commonly complain about having back or shoulder pain from all of the additional lifting
Is it safe to exercise during your pregnancy? The simplest answer is YES. Lets explore this in more detail For the vast majority people exercise is safe during pregnancy and it is a wonderful thing that you should be doing. Unfortunately, a recent study has shown that only 1 in 4 women are getting enough
There is one question that we get asked by nearly EVERY postpartum mom…Which exercises are best for me to strengthen my core and abdominal muscles after I had a baby? The simple answer is it depends. I know that this is not the answer you want to hear, but it really does depend. There is no one
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Today, I want to talk to you about 3 simple easy exercises that you can do to for postpartum core reactivation in those early days after delivering your baby. Many women are concerned about how their core muscles will return after they deliver their baby. There are things that you can be doing early on