the birthwell podcast
Join Laura and Nadia, two experienced pelvic health physiotherapists and coaches, as they share their expertise in pre and postnatal health. With a combined 12 years of practice and education, they bring a wealth of knowledge to empower women on their journey through pregnancy and birth. Whether you're a soon-to-be mom, currently pregnant, or navigating the postpartum period, this podcast is your go-to resource for informed decision-making and support.
the birthwell podcast
S1 Ep 13: strengthening your core 101
In this episode, Laura and Nadia discuss the transverse abdominis (TA) muscle and its importance in core engagement. They build off their previous episode, your pelvic floor 101, by explaining the important of your transverse abdominus in the inner core. They discuss the impact of pregnancy and postpartum on the TA, including stretching and weakness, and some common ways to identify TA weakness postpartum. Laura and Nadia also provide strategies for engaging the TA, such as visual cues and diaphragmatic breathing. Finally, they address common compensation patterns and offer progressions for strengthening the TA, so you can start adding this into your routine at home.
Check out a visual demonstration of activating your TA here!
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