THE FIT POSTPARTUM MOM | Core Workouts, Ab Exercises, C-section Recovery, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, Diastasis Recti

If I was to ask you what your biggest struggle is when it comes to postpartum fitness, I would guess it's consistency.... am I right?

You are struggling to stick to your workout routines. Why is this the problem? Why can't you just find the time to get your workout done and call it a day?

Mama, you are not alone. This is what I hear over and over again from new moms and seasoned moms, that they can't stick to a workout program or consistently work out because life gets in the way. Well, let's tackle this problem and go a little deeper in this episode so you can get to the root of the problem. It's time to make a change and be the fit mom that you are.

And don't forget...

Sign up for the Bootcamp!

Postpartum Core Kickstarter Bootcamp happening September 17th and 18th at 1pm EST

https://livecorestrong.com/bootcamp

Keep Smiling,

Jena

Isn't it crazy how after becoming a mom we start to think that we are no longer going to be fit again. We have spiraling thoughts enter our brain that we will never play sports, I won't ever get time to make it to the gym, I'm probably going to have this mommy pooch forever, and so on. Well, I'm here to stop you in your tracks, get those negative thoughts out of your mind and flip the scrip with some mindset shifts that are going to completely transform the way you think about postpartum fitness. Listen in! This is a good one.

And don't forget...

Sign up for the Bootcamp!

Postpartum Core Kickstarter Bootcamp happening September 17th and 18th at 1pm EST

https://livecorestrong.com/bootcamp

Keep Smiling,

Jena

Today, we're tackling a topic that’s been on a lot of your minds—Diastasis Recti. If that sounds a bit daunting, don’t worry! We’re here to break it down together. Diastasis Recti, or DR, is something many postpartum moms experience without even knowing it. In this episode, we’ll cover what DR is, how to check for it, and the beginning steps you can take to start healing. It's time to find out if you have Diastasis Recti and what your first steps are to fixing it!

*Sign up for the 2-Day Bootcamp to Kickstart Your Postpartum Core Recovery:

https://livecorestrong.com/bootcamp 

Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Ab Rehab: The Simple 10 Week Program to Safely Restore Your Core

https://livecorestrong.com/pas/ 

Join the FREE FB Community For Fitness Focused Moms and get daily accountability and encouragement!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livecorestrong/

Watch the YouTube Video for Diastasis Recti:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96NrscE_2EM&t=15s 

Keep Smiling,

Jena

FREE DOWNLOADS TO GET YOU STARTED:

10 Things To Do For A Flat Postpartum Belly Guide:

https://livecorestrong.com/join/

WATCH THE FREE ON-DEMAND VIDEO TRAINING

Postpartum Abs 101: How To Safely Start Postpartum Ab Exercises In Less Than 2 Minutes A Day:

https://livecorestrong.com/class

Read The Blog:

https://livecorestrong.com

Interested in private coaching and individualized accountability from Dr. Jena? Learn more here:

https://livecorestrong.com/coaching/ 

Get Dr. Jena’s eBook Postpartum Ab Rehab

https://postpartumabs.com/

**Quick disclaimer: Nothing I share should be considered medical advice and I am not your medical provider. Anything mentioned is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If you have any questions or concerns about your healthcare needs, please seek the care of your medical provider. 

I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are encouraged to do your own research and speak to your own medical provider for further care. 

Also keep in mind it is important to always consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program and get medical clearance. 

Dr. Jena Bradley and Jena Bradley, LLC will not be responsible or liable for any injury sustained while exercising at home, gym or elsewhere. Perform exercises at your own risk.

Chapter 15 of Atomic Habits by James Clear

Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61,  Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89, Ep. 91, Ep. 93, Ep. 95 Ep. 105, Ep. 107, Ep. 109, Ep. 111

Ever find yourself struggling to stick with a new habit, even though you were so determined to make it work? You tell yourself, "This is it, I'm done with excuses. This time, I'm making a lasting change." But then, within two weeks, you're back to your old ways. Trying to be a healthier mom can feel so challenging. Today, I'm going to share two simple rules that will make it easier for you to stick with the new habits you're aiming to build.

Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified: From Flabby Pooch To Flat Abs In The Next 70 Days. Easy. Simple. Safe.

https://livecorestrong.com/pas/ 

Join the FREE FB Community For Fitness Focused Moms and get daily accountability and encouragement!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livecorestrong/

Watch the Free Workshop: Postpartum Abs 101

https://livecorestrong.com/class 

Keep Smiling,

Jena

FREE DOWNLOADS TO GET YOU STARTED:

10 Things To Do For A Flat Postpartum Belly Guide:

https://livecorestrong.com/join/

WATCH THE FREE ON-DEMAND VIDEO TRAINING

Postpartum Abs 101: How To Safely Start Postpartum Ab Exercises In Less Than 2 Minutes A Day:

https://livecorestrong.com/class

Read The Blog:

https://livecorestrong.com

Interested in private coaching and individualized accountability from Dr. Jena? Learn more here:

https://livecorestrong.com/coaching/ 

Get Dr. Jena’s eBook Postpartum Ab Rehab

https://postpartumabs.com/

**Quick disclaimer: Nothing I share should be considered medical advice and I am not your medical provider. Anything mentioned is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If you have any questions or concerns about your healthcare needs, please seek the care of your medical provider. 

I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are encouraged to do your own research and speak to your own medical provider for further care. 

Also keep in mind it is important to always consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program and get medical clearance. 

Dr. Jena Bradley and Jena Bradley, LLC will not be responsible or liable for any injury sustained while exercising at home, gym or elsewhere. Perform exercises at your own risk.

Are you wanting to strengthen your pelvic floor but don't know how to get started? You know that your body is weaker than it is supposed to be because you are experiencing some pain, incontinence, and possibly prolapse but the very thought of doing exercise worries you. Well, in today's episode, we are sharing a special expert interview with me, Dr. Jena Bradley and Aly McClain on the topic of postpartum exercises.  These  specific exercises are completely safe to get started with as you navigate the healing journey of your pelvic floor postpartum.

Keep Smiling,

Jena

FREE DOWNLOADS TO GET YOU STARTED:

30-Day Postpartum Ab Workout Challenge + Calendar:

https://livecorestrong.com/challenge/

10 Things To Do For A Flat Postpartum Belly Guide:

https://livecorestrong.com/join/

WATCH THE FREE ON-DEMAND VIDEO TRAINING

Postpartum Abs 101: How To Safely Start Postpartum Ab Exercises In Less Than 2 Minutes A Day:

https://livecorestrong.com/class

Join the FREE FB Community For Fitness Focused Moms and get daily accountability and encouragement!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livecorestrong/

Read The Blog:

https://livecorestrong.com

Interested in private coaching and individualized accountability from Dr. Jena? Learn more here:

https://livecorestrong.com/coaching/ 

Get Dr. Jena’s eBook Postpartum Ab Rehab

https://postpartumabs.com/

Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified: From Flabby Pooch To Flat Abs In The Next 70 Days. Easy. Simple. Safe.

https://livecorestrong.com/pas/ 

**Quick disclaimer: Nothing I share should be considered medical advice and I am not your medical provider. Anything mentioned is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If you have any questions or concerns about your healthcare needs, please seek the care of your medical provider. 

I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are encouraged to do your own research and speak to your own medical provider for further care. 

Also keep in mind it is important to always consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program and get medical clearance. 

Dr. Jena Bradley and Jena Bradley, LLC will not be responsible or liable for any injury sustained while exercising at home, gym or elsewhere. Perform exercises at your own risk.

Chapter 14 of Atomic Habits by James Clear

Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61,  Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89, Ep. 91, Ep. 93, Ep. 95 Ep. 105

If you have had a bad habit for way longer than you are afraid to say out loud, then this episode is for you. It's time to substitute a bad habit for a good one, and I recommend you spend more time on your yoga mat instead of the screens. 

We are getting deep into chapter 14 of Atomic Habits where James Clear explains what a commitment device is. Listen in!

Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified: From Flabby Pooch To Flat Abs In The Next 70 Days. Easy. Simple. Safe.

https://livecorestrong.com/pas/ 

Join the FREE FB Community For Fitness Focused Moms and get daily accountability and encouragement!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livecorestrong/

Watch the Free Workshop: Postpartum Abs 101

https://livecorestrong.com/class 

Keep Smiling,

Jena

FREE DOWNLOADS TO GET YOU STARTED:

10 Things To Do For A Flat Postpartum Belly Guide:

https://livecorestrong.com/join/

WATCH THE FREE ON-DEMAND VIDEO TRAINING

Postpartum Abs 101: How To Safely Start Postpartum Ab Exercises In Less Than 2 Minutes A Day:

https://livecorestrong.com/class

Read The Blog:

https://livecorestrong.com

Interested in private coaching and individualized accountability from Dr. Jena? Learn more here:

https://livecorestrong.com/coaching/ 

Get Dr. Jena’s eBook Postpartum Ab Rehab

https://postpartumabs.com/

**Quick disclaimer: Nothing I share should be considered medical advice and I am not your medical provider. Anything mentioned is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If you have any questions or concerns about your healthcare needs, please seek the care of your medical provider. 

I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are encouraged to do your own research and speak to your own medical provider for further care. 

Also keep in mind it is important to always consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program and get medical clearance. 

Dr. Jena Bradley and Jena Bradley, LLC will not be responsible or liable for any injury sustained while exercising at home, gym or elsewhere. Perform exercises at your own risk.

You’ve gone out of your way to purchase a new postpartum belly wrap, also known as a postpartum girdle, and you are absolutely clueless on how to use it. It didn’t come with any instructions, just the packaging, maybe a little picture and the receipt in the box. But what about the instructions?

What do you do now?

How long do you wear this postpartum belly wrap? How do I even put it on? You have enough on your plate after just having a baby, the last thing you want to do is fumble with this 3 piece corset that looks way more complicated than it should be.

I'll give you all the answers in this episode. Listen in!

For more information visit my blog post: https://livecorestrong.com/how-long-should-you-wear-a-postpartum-belly-wrap/

Watch my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/livecorestrong

Get my favorite postpartum belly wrap here: Belly Bandit (I am an affiliate):

https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=811984&u=2049964&m=62855&urllink=&afftrack=

Join our Free Facebook Community for Fitness Focused Moms

https://facebook.com/groups/livecorestrong

Keep Smiling, 

Jena

Chapter 13 of Atomic Habits by James Clear

Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61,  Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89, Ep. 91, Ep. 93, Ep. 95 Ep. 105

Oh, how I love this episode. This is one you'll want to save because following this 2-minute rule can literally change your life. If you are serious about creating habits that will stick, habits around fitness, health, productivity, mindset, motherhood and marriage, following this rule can really improve all those areas.

Learn about the 2-minute rule from the book Atomic Habits, and start implementing it today in your life. As a postpartum mom who wants to start working out more consistently, even with little to no sleep, the 2-minute rule will be manageable for you. I can't wait to see how you apply it to your life. Listen to this impactful episode.

Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified: From Flabby Pooch To Flat Abs In The Next 70 Days. Easy. Simple. Safe.

https://livecorestrong.com/pas/ 

Join the FREE FB Community For Fitness Focused Moms and get daily accountability and encouragement!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livecorestrong/

Watch the Free Workshop: Postpartum Abs 101

https://livecorestrong.com/class 

Keep Smiling,

Jena

FREE DOWNLOADS TO GET YOU STARTED:

10 Things To Do For A Flat Postpartum Belly Guide:

https://livecorestrong.com/join/

WATCH THE FREE ON-DEMAND VIDEO TRAINING

Postpartum Abs 101: How To Safely Start Postpartum Ab Exercises In Less Than 2 Minutes A Day:

https://livecorestrong.com/class

Read The Blog:

https://livecorestrong.com

Interested in private coaching and individualized accountability from Dr. Jena? Learn more here:

https://livecorestrong.com/coaching/ 

Get Dr. Jena’s eBook Postpartum Ab Rehab

https://postpartumabs.com/

**Quick disclaimer: Nothing I share should be considered medical advice and I am not your medical provider. Anything mentioned is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If you have any questions or concerns about your healthcare needs, please seek the care of your medical provider. 

I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are encouraged to do your own research and speak to your own medical provider for further care. 

Also keep in mind it is important to always consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program and get medical clearance. 

Dr. Jena Bradley and Jena Bradley, LLC will not be responsible or liable for any injury sustained while exercising at home, gym or elsewhere. Perform exercises at your own risk.

Did you just have a C-section and don't know how to return to your normal way of living. The procedure took a toll on you let alone the duties that come along with taking care of your new baby. It's a lot of work. More than you can bare some days. How are you to get everything done when you are feeling like this. 

Listen in to the show and start feeling better today.

Join The Facebook Community for Fitness Focused Moms

https://facebook.com/group/livecorestrong 

Get access to the Free Workshop: Postpartum Abs 101

https://livecorestrong.com/class

Join Postpartum Abs Simplified

https://livecorestrong.com/pas

Keep Smiling,

Jena

Related Episodes: 

Episode 8

Episode 14

Episode 28

Chapter 12 of Atomic Habits by James Clear

Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61,  Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89, Ep. 91, Ep. 93, Ep. 95 Ep. 105

Would you rather do something that's easy or hard? Simple question, right? We always take the path of least resistance. So, why choose to do a hard workout over an easy workout? Well, most new moms just choose to not work out at all because it's ALL hard - at the beginning. When you are a new mom, working out is just plain HARD! In this chapter of Atomic Habits, we learn why it's so hard to start a new workout and how to make it easier. Making it easier will be the first step to starting a new habit. Learn more by listening to this episode.

Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified: From Flabby Pooch To Flat Abs In The Next 70 Days. Easy. Simple. Safe.

https://livecorestrong.com/pas/ 

Join the FREE FB Community For Fitness Focused Moms and get daily accountability and encouragement!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livecorestrong/

Watch the Free Workshop: Postpartum Abs 101

https://livecorestrong.com/class 

Keep Smiling,

Jena

FREE DOWNLOADS TO GET YOU STARTED:

10 Things To Do For A Flat Postpartum Belly Guide:

https://livecorestrong.com/join/

WATCH THE FREE ON-DEMAND VIDEO TRAINING

Postpartum Abs 101: How To Safely Start Postpartum Ab Exercises In Less Than 2 Minutes A Day:

https://livecorestrong.com/class

Read The Blog:

https://livecorestrong.com

Interested in private coaching and individualized accountability from Dr. Jena? Learn more here:

https://livecorestrong.com/coaching/ 

Get Dr. Jena’s eBook Postpartum Ab Rehab

https://postpartumabs.com/

**Quick disclaimer: Nothing I share should be considered medical advice and I am not your medical provider. Anything mentioned is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical conditions. If you have any questions or concerns about your healthcare needs, please seek the care of your medical provider. 

I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are encouraged to do your own research and speak to your own medical provider for further care. 

Also keep in mind it is important to always consult your doctor before beginning any exercise program and get medical clearance. 

Dr. Jena Bradley and Jena Bradley, LLC will not be responsible or liable for any injury sustained while exercising at home, gym or elsewhere. Perform exercises at your own risk.