Can I Do Squats With Diastasis Recti? 5 Safe Lower Body Exercises

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Were you diagnosed with diastasis recti and wondering if you can squat?

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Believe it or not... You actually squat every single day without realizing it!

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So yes, you can do squats with diastasis recti... but there are other exercises you should avoid

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– Sit-ups – Full Push-ups – Full Planks – Burpees

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Now let's go over some safe exercises you can do with diastasis recti!

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This gentle exercise activates the deep transverse abdominal muscles and realigns your pelvis

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Deep diaphragmatic breathing is another fundamental exercise you must do when you have diastasis recti.

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