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Waist Size Woes!
Pilates seems to be the best for slimming the abs and it can be a great ... out also and I only do two ab exercises One in a machine where I have weight ...
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- Does she do stomach crunches? I know that if they are done incorrectly, they can make your stomach muscles stick out and look kind of bulky instead of flat. If I remem...
- About 3 weeks ago I started following the recommendations in a book called The Flat Belly Diet. It's more of a "healthy eating plan" than it is a diet, and I'm alread...
- You on a diet, by Dr. Oz addresses the waist issues. Also check the Real Age website. S.
Pregnant Looking
Sounds like you have a diastasis, also known as a "mummy tummy" and be forewarned, it can be exacerbated by doing the wrong type of ab exercises (like the ...
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- I have been doing Denise Austen every morning on the Lifetime channel. She's on for an hour from 7-8. I have a DVR machine and record it when I can't do it first thi...
- PILATES, PILATES, PILATES! For years ballerinas have been doing pilates to keep that lean, long look - and great posture! Pilates strengthens your "core" muscles, wh...
- This is me too!!! I have been asked several times, "When are you due?" or, "How far along are you?". Number one, people need to be VERY careful with those questions....
Stretch Marks
The only real way to fix it is lots of abdominal strengthening exercises after the baby is born. (Also, I've heard that there is a surgical procedure where ...
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- I have no advice on the tummy tuck but I also do have the hole/indentation and after having four children have not been able to get the muscles to go together or back ...
- As others have said before, that "indentation" running down your stomach is just separated abdominals - completely normal. I just wanted to let you know my experience...
- The tummy muscle separation is a common problem. Once you've gotten the official okay from your OB, sign up for a workout class that focuses on your core. While it s...
Left over Baby "Pouch"
Also, I second the advice mentioned by the previous poster that recommends the Tupler techniques; there are many abdominal exercises that, ...
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- I can't comment on the extra skin; I think that would be a nurse question. But the favorite among moms here seems to be "Lose your Mummy Tummy" by Julie Tupler. It...
- I hate to say it, but I think your husband is right. I had my first baby at the age of 20. I was 25 and 28 with the next two. The weight did fall off much easier th...
- A body firming cream might help a little with the skin, but depending on how much it is stretched, it might always be like that. However, you can definitely tone your ...
Repairing Split Stomach Muscles
She told me that it takes time for the body to heal those muscles, sometimes up to a year, and that abdominal exercises would help. She also told me that, ...
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- Hi Jasmine, I had 3 very large babies and also had split muscles. The only thing that can fix this is for a doctor to sew them back together. I had a tummy tuck 3...
- Hi Jasmin, I had the same issue with my first son. I was very successful getting my body back with Pilates. I took mat classes and a small group class with other ...
- Try Kundalini Yoga. The Awareness Center in excellent! Good luck and congratulations
Need a Good Home-workout Video
I mainly want to focus on my abs and lower body, but any kind of toning exercises would work too. Thank you all in advance! ...
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- Hi M.! The only workout video I have ever stayed with for a long time is the Windsor Pilates. They focus on the abs and have a nice workout for the legs. It is most be...
- Hello M., I've found for me, someone who gains her weight in the mid-section and the "saddle-bags" that The Firm videos work great for me. I have seen them at my l...
- I also made that my new years resolution and use Kathy Smith's:workout you. It's amazing, it works on mainly ur abs and theirs three cds to it to work on everything on...
Postpartum Support Belt
Also there is nothing wrong with crunches or ab exercises. I have lost all but 10 lbs and I am still bf so I think my body is just gonna hold onto that,(I ...
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- I have never heard of that belt. Drink nothing but water, all day & night. It is always the most effective way to lose fat. Have one little weakness (mine is am co...
- Hi S., I have no experience with the belts you are referring to but I do have a comment about your tummy and weight issues. I go to a chiropractor who offers free ...
- Well My youngest is 22months and I still have 5lbs more to go til my pre-pregnancy weight!! So it does take awhile and you shouldnt expect it to come off right away..i...
Yoga for Strengthening Lower Back...
But for strengthening you will need to do core stabilization exercises. I really like the big stability ball. ... Looking for Ab Exercises - Samples ...
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- Hi T.! I am a physical therapist and mom of 3. Yoga is great for flexibility and relaxation. And flexibilty in the back is very important. But for strengthening yo...
- I have a bad back too. I tried Pilates and that worked well. Recently I joined Curves and that has done more than anything else ever has.It is a combination of cardio ...
- I have been a beginner at yoga for the past couple years, I love it! I also wrote a report for my college english course on the benifits of yoga i would be happy to em...
Has Anyone Tried the "Lose Your Mummy Tummy" DVD?
After my daughter was born I alternated the 8 Min Abs with 10 Minute Solution Pilates and used the Ab workout. ... Looking for Ab Exercises - Samples ...
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- Hey J., I feel your pain. Before my son, my stomach was my best attribute. I have a 5 year old daughter and an 18 mo old son, and he was a big baby!! I have tried ...
- This is the best Mummy Tummy DVD out there! I am the owner of Bella Bellies Studio in Hoboken, NJ and I recommend this to all my clients because, simply said, it works...
- After my son was born and I was trying to get rid of the baby tummy, I used 8 minute Abs. It's a little corny, but after about 10 days I was back in my pre baby jeans...
Losing Belly Weight
Unfortunately, most abdominal exercises (all if done improperly) cause further damage. In addition, pregnancy and postpartum activity cause postural issues ...
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- O., As Jasmine said it is likely due to the abdominal muscles seperating as a result of being pregnant. They do come back together and then you will just need ti...
- Sit ups or mini crunches get rid of the problem. Almost every new mom has that little trophy to bear.
- Winsor Pilates worked for me. You can do it with no special equipment, a couple of times a week for 20 minutes or so. You can do it when your baby is awake, sleeping...
