c-section abs -- pilates?

raceyrae

I've had 2 c/s and my abs are wrecked.  I have about 10 lbs to go to get back to my baby weight but I've plateaued.  I've ran a half-marathon, tried other workout activities but nothing seems to be working.  I'm thinking I need something new.  Has anyone had any luck with pilates?  Had it made a difference in trimming down your abs?

 Thanks!

tomkat35728

Pilates are good.

My suggestion is to rebuild from the inside to the outside.  Traditional crunches can cause the abs to build out, creating a bloated look.  Start with the transverse abdominus - the deepest layer of abdominals - and strengthen from there. 

Planks are good for the transverse abominals.  Pilates also includes core stabilizing exercises that will help with the TVA muscles.

GL!

raceyrae

Thanks!

wheelenl

A lot of traditional ab routines don't focus enough on the lower abs. Pilates will definitely help with that. There is also a great DVD called Restore the Core that was made by a mom who's had 2 c/s and is a fitness expert. She used to be CEO of StrollerFit before it was bought by Baby Boot Camp. It's a Pilates-based program specifically for postnatal. I love this DVD for helping with the lower pooch area.

Restore the Core is on ebay and buybuybaby.com (or it was anyway).

 

 

 

 

raceyrae

Thanks for the tip.  This sounds perfect for me.