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THE ONLY EXERCISE THAT HEALS DIASTASIS!

Oct 5, 2026 · 12m

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Could one simple exercise help support recovery from diastasis recti? In this episode of The Happy & Healthy Life Podcast With Matt Adams, Sam Waterling explains what diastasis recti is, why it can affect women, men, and people who have never been pregnant, and how the abdominal wall, linea alba, and connective tissue are involved. You’ll learn why abdominal separation can vary in size, why a gap after pregnancy is not automatically a medical emergency, and how exercises that increase abdominal pressure may not be appropriate for everyone. The episode also explores conservative approaches such as gradual core rehabilitation, proper breathing, movement, and professional assessment before…