Lose Your Mommy Pooch Plan - Workout #1- heal core dysfunction, strengthen + shape abs postpartum

What causes the dreaded "mom pooch?" Core dysfunction. In this workout plan we’ll heal, strengthen and shape your abs so you can lose your mommy pooch!
This is workout #1 of 10 mom pooch workouts in this plan. Make sure you follow the workouts in order, as they build on each other. For best results, do each at-home workout for at least 3 times (over the span of 1-2 weeks) before advancing to the next workout in this plan.
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D I S C L A I M E R
Please consult your physician before beginning any exercise regimen. This is my personal workout routine and may not be appropriate for you. By participating in this workout video, you agree to do so at your own risk.
Thanks for working out with me!
Lauren ✨

[@beckamasters6336]

Over 2 years postpartum and I’ve been doing this workout for about a week and already and feel and see my stomach changing! 🙌

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad to hear that it’s working for you!👏🏻🤍

[@jasminelasukau9001]

Would this help with losing the baby fat with this pregnancy I didn’t breastfeed n was a staying home mom so my belly became bigger than before so I’m really hoping for something that I can do that works

[@lainienewby1514]

This ❤ I’m 5 years postpartum. Hopefully it helps. One thing I like about this workout video it doesn’t seem to be too n much to fast. Like many workouts I’ve seen. This comment inspired me to keep going even if it won’t help 100% but it may help get in the habit of a daily exercise routine! ❤

[@iovannawakefield2657]

Really?? 🥹 I feel like I am struggling to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I hope to see results too in just 7 days and beyond!!

[@rachelthebroken1031]

I’m so grateful for this workout series! I’m 17 months postpartum, but my core still needs a lot of work. Thank you for this! Week 1 of this workout is complete.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad you’ve been enjoying the workouts! Congrats on completing your first week! ❤

[@hutch9389]

Thank you for this awesome workout series! I am 18 months pp but still look and feel 4 months pregnant. My core is weak and my posture is terrible from breastfeeding. I did the workout last night and can feel those muscles this morning! I'm excited to rebuild my core so I can be strong and healthy for my little guy.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed the workout… I’ve been there, too! Consistency and longevity are the key, even if it’s just 10 minutes a day! It makes a difference! ❤️

[@taraking7777]

Will this help even 6 years into pp?

[@heatherhuhn3488]

Incredibly grateful for this! I’m 16mpp but still look like I’m 4 months pregnant. Started this tonight and I’m excited to work towards getting stronger.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi Heather! Glad you’re here! These workouts will definitely help with addressing the core dysfunction/appearance you’re describing… I also have playlists of postpartum workouts organized on my channel for additional workouts/after you complete this program!

[@AmandaLedford-c4h]

Same! I'm starting now! How did yours turn out?

[@caitlinzuerkerburton7938]

Hey Lauren! I’ve been doing workout #1 for about a week now and I can already tell a huge difference when I do other workouts like getting out of the saddle on the peloton. Thanks so much for these, I’m excited to keep moving through the rest of the workouts and continuing to get stronger. It’s amazing how much of a difference it’s making with just 10 minutes a day!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi Caitlin! Glad you’re here and enjoying the program! I’m happy to hear that you’re noticing a difference already! ❤

[@riekepls]

I don't have a mom pouch because of pregnancy, but I still love these workouts so much. My lower belly hates and loves me at the same time. Keep going! 🤌🏼

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad to hear that! Thanks! 💗

[@Mangarsoburkani]

Thank you so much for this workout! I just finished workout #1 (did it for 3 weeks, 7 months postpartum) and started #2 and I have dramatic results! After day 5 my core felt much stronger and after 3 weeks both me and my husband noticed that tummy is much much flatter. Thank you so much and greetings from Latvia! 🤗

[@laurenfitterfitness]

That is so encouraging to hear! Thanks for being here!❤❤

[@lh2481]

Hey Lauren! I'm a few weeks into this series and had to tell you how much of a difference it is making! I'm 6 months post partum with TWINS and I had a 6 month old at the time I found out I was pregnant! So no recovery and an absolute nightmare on my body, which has never been more weak. I'm able to activate and feel my core again after a workout and for the rest of the day!! My posture feels better every day and I am so excited and grateful to you forever for this series. I love the moves and I feel hopeful about my body again ❤ here's to better health and rebuilding from the bottom up

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Thank you so much for sharing your progress and kind feedback! That is so encouraging that you’ve been able to improve core function after everything your body has accomplished these last few years! Congrats and thanks for being here! 🎉❤

[@dasha3381]

4.5 years pp! Just did this routine for the first time and it was quite challenging! I'm so excited to see results soon ❤❤❤

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re here! 🤍

[@vanitaswart1921]

Thank you for all these workouts, Lauren! I have done 6 weeks of your post C-section workout and the results are fantastic!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Congrats on being consistent for 6 weeks; that’s awesome! So happy to hear you’re seeing results! 👏🏻

[@Heartsflyhrd]

On week 2 of doing this and I had my son 26 months ago and I noticed a difference this week. Going to go on to the next video.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I love that you’re seeing progress! Thanks for being here!❤

[@gemmablundell2752]

Thank you, my youngest is 7. I do a lot of exercise, loads of ab work but still have a mommy pooch, been doing this for a week and really seeing improvements 😊

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So happy you’re seeing progress! It’s never too late to heal! You’d also benefit from my Postpartum Ab Program once you finish this one. ❤

[@meaganhall7502]

I’m so glad I found this! I have birthed 6 sons, and my youngest is 20 months. I have DR, and my core is so weak, and lack functional movement strength. I’ve lost about 20lbs so far and have a considerable amount of weight left to lose, but I’ve started working out again. I’m very excited to finally be healing and strengthening my core and get back to feeling like myself.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m so glad you’re here! Congrats on your progress and consistency so far! I have lots of postpartum workouts on my playlists to help you with your fitness goals!❤

[@KristinDLazar]

Thanks for this work out series! I am almost 5 years post partum. I work out regularly but my deep core was still not strong enough (and not as flat as I'd like). I have done your Level 1 video for 2 weeks and already can feel an improvement. Thank you! I am excited to do the whole series!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi Kristin! Thank you for your kind feedback! I’m so glad you are noticing a difference already! Gradual progression and consistency are the keys to success, so keep up the good work! ❤️

[@mariaflores8299]

How many times a day do you do this whole video?

[@lainienewby1514]

This answered my question in a previous comment thank you for the motivation that it does help!! ❤️‍🔥

[@c.7653]

Just wanted to say: I have finished the whole 10 week program, and came back to this one to see how it felt. It's nothing compared to that first day! I feel my deeper abs engaged and firm. Btw my "baby" is 21 years old. I am by no means post-partum but engaging my deeper core muscle and glutes has given me much more stability and markedly decreased my back pain. This workout really is for anyone, not just new mamas.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you so much for your comment! This is exactly why I created this program-to make healing your core simple and accessible for everyone! No matter how many years postpartum! Thank you for your kind feedback; I’m so glad you’ve seen such amazing results!❤❤

[@amandak14]

Been doing this for a week so far and I can already tell a difference - both in physical appearance and my back pain is significantly reduced! Can’t wait to see what happens after I complete the entire series. Thank you!!

[@analopez8274]

How many times a week?

[@lizethbarojas8194]

6 months pp and I am HAPPY I found this page. Have been struggling for motivation/finding workouts and I just did this and my mood after was so much better. I felt like this is something I can finally stay consistent with. Going to this 2 times a day and go on my daily walks. 💪🏾

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m so glad you’re enjoying the workouts, and feeling good postpartum! ❤❤

[@lizethbarojas8194]

@@laurenfitterfitness what do you recommend if I want to incorporate gluten/butt exercises with this as well?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

⁠I definitely reconned that! Check out my playlists, particularly my “Mom Butt” and “postpartum Butt Lift” series!

[@jtran2931]

I wish i knew about this 2 mo PP.. now I am 4 mo PP and needing this in my life. Thank you, I will try this one for a week and progress through your series. It is amazing how simple the movements seem, yet I can feel a lot happening in my core!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Oh you are still so early postpartum-don’t worry!! It’s never too late to start healing. Glad you’re here. ❤

[@courtniebri]

Thank you thank you! I really feel this helping my core strength and seriously appreciate the time you put into this! I'm moving on to Workout 1 after doing this one for 2 weeks.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad the workouts have helped you! Sounds like a great plan!

[@Kallenxo]

Thank you… these mommy guy programs are so expensive and I’ve been doing my best with KZbin videos but nothings been working. You give me hope. Will update.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad I can be a free resource! Rooting for you! ❤️

[@jessp4993]

I really needed this SO much, i'm almost 8m pp and my back has been killing me- i'm excited to strengthen my core. Thank you!!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad you are enjoying the program! ❤️

[@karinaavilez1374]

I could cry, this makes me so excited. I thought I would just have to live with this I’m 18mpp and I need all the help I can get

[@laurenfitterfitness]

🤍🤍

[@lainienewby1514]

I’m wrapping up week one and I didn’t see a difference until I went to put on jeans and I didn’t have to lay down to zip or button them. That’s a huge difference for me. I’m not so much as wanting abs but I’d love to have a flatter stomach, I’ve been doing this work out at least 2x a day and adding a 3 mile walk in 2 days a week. Thank you so much. I still have some work to go so I’m taking pictures to track the progress

[@laurenfitterfitness]

That’s great progress! So glad you’re feeling encouraged and seeing results! ❤

[@seraphinalowe2168]

So glad I found you/lose you mommy pooch work out! 6 weeks postpartum today and excited to get my body back, even while breastfeeding & running after my toddler 😅 These short work outs are going to be amazing!!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m glad you’re here and enjoying the workouts so far! You’d also benefit from my postpartum Ab program when you finish this one. It’s in my playlists!❤

[@inceptiondreamer]

I found your workouts kind of by accident. I'm over five years pp and still look like I am nine months pregnant, and I started doing these a couple of weeks ago and already feel and see some improvements. So thank you for these!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi Emily! So glad you’re here and that you’ve benefitted from these workouts-it’s never too late to heal your core! Keep up the good work! ❤️

[@lainienewby1514]

This comment gives me hope!! I’m on day 2. I feel good after doing them but haven’t seen results yet but then again it’s only day 2. But I do feel amazing after

[@crystalcrous]

I'm 4 years pp and decided to start strengthening my core too!

[@libby1654]

Lauren!! I love your videos, so professional and effective, and most importantly - your wholesome vibe is so so nice postpartum. And I love your jokes too. Found you when I was postpartum, and now I'm doing your pregnancy workouts and loving it!!!! Thank you so much :)

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you, that is such kind feedback! ❤ I’m so glad to be a resource for you during postpartum and pregnancy now-congrats!

[@libby1654]

@@laurenfitterfitness ❤❤

[@nikamicabalo2085]

Thank you for your new workout for mommy pooch .. I've been doing your workouts for about a month now and i see great improvement in my belly and I'm loving it so much .. thank you ❤️

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m so happy to hear that; thank you! Congrats on your progress! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@kacycovington4725]

I am also a CPT, and honestly have never struggled with anything more than diastasis recti and going full throttle too soon after my first was born via c section 18 months ago. Im finally slowing down and fixing this issue before lifting anymore, and your videos help me to stay connected. Thank you ❤

[@laurenfitterfitness]

@@kacycovington4725 Hi Kacy! I can relate to the struggle of wanting to jump back into high intensity workouts postpartum… it’s so hard to scale back and give your core the time + space it needs to heal, but it is so worthwhile!! You’ve got this! ❤️

[@khadijaa228]

Can you please share with us if this helped ? Did you lost your stomach pooch

[@anniemk85]

Hi Lauren, Your videos are great! Ive always had problems engaging my stomach muscles and would end up with a sore neck or lower back. Your explanations/ guide have really helped.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I love to hear that! Thanks for following along!❤

[@jessicayeager7709]

You are incredible! I want to get my body back and know this will help.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you! It’ll happen! Time + consistency… and patience ❤

[@aariluvs7729]

I love this, how you designed it for mamas and I like that you do a series that I can follow to build my way up! It’s super quick but very satisfying workout! Thanks girl ✨

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I love to hear that! Glad you’re enjoying it!❤

[@jazmin_thornton]

I’m 4 months pp & wish I would have found your videos sooner! I will try this for at least 2 weeks & then progress in your other series! I already feel the core muscles! I am so ready for this journey! Thank you for making this so easy to follow! 🤍

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m glad you’re here and enjoying the workouts! ❤

[@nafisairfani1107]

22 April 2024 Starting today I'm doing each workout for one week. I'm 9 months post partum c section mom. Started working out again a month ago. 75kg 5feet 5inches Waist is 33.5 Hips is 43 Tummy is 39 I will keep updating on how many inches and kilos I lost during the whole program Day 1 done Day 2 done Day 3 done Day 4 done Day 5 done Day 6 done Will be measuring and weighing myself after day 7 to keep track after each workout video Day 7 done 🎉 Will be doing workout #2 from tomorrow after giving an update on the weight and measurements Waist 33 inch Tummy 39 Hip 42.5 I lost 2kg in one week current weight is 73.3 Started workout #2 Will update there now🤞

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re here! ❤

[@nafisairfani1107]

Keep me motivated by asking about my progress. It helps when you feel like you have to answer to someone 😊

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Definitely! Feel free to comment as you move along-I do my best to respond to all comments!❤

[@mylenegauvreau186]

Please update!! 🎉❤

[@nafisairfani1107]

​@@mylenegauvreau186 I stopped because of exam. Restarting from today. Check out daily update on workout #3 from Monday

[@yasminsuliman]

So happy you posted new workouts, I have seen such amazing results thanks to you😁

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you! That makes me so happy to hear! ❤️

[@jolin4824]

Start doing this routine. Thank you so much for this workout. Your excercise help me to know how to engage my core 🙏🙏

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad it’s helped you! 🤍

[@andreaneeley1997]

I had my first son in 2006 and my second in 2008, and I have always struggled with my c-section shelf (both were c-sections). I have the right diet, and I do strength training on a regular basis, but no matter what, I always had the c-section shelf even though the rest of my body is fit. I am excited to see if this does the trick before I consider surgery. Thank you for making these videos!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m glad you’re here! It’s never too late to heal your core ❤

[@Dankey_musafir]

One week is complete am doing your exercises I feel change in my bloating belly like seriously I can't believe we'll thank you alot

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So happy to hear that!❤

[@alanoodalmaamari919]

Thanks

[@Yagurllayne]

15 months postpartum. Day 4. I have never felt so strong in my core since I had my baby, I haven’t been able to suck my belly in for the life of me until yesterday. Can’t wait to finish these workouts so I can move on the next

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad to hear that you’re enjoying the workouts! 🤍

[@lindsayotis4259]

I actually am trying to get rid of my mommy pooch and have a flat stomach so thank you SO much for these!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Glad you’re here!❤

[@joancabredo8453]

I'm so glad I found your channel. 😊

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you! Glad you’re enjoying the workouts!❤

[@أمسارةمريمأسماء]

Day1:Done Day2 Done Day3 Done

[@kylie101mendez4]

Thank you very much@ lauren fitter these exercises have done wonders for my mommy tummy...❤❤❤❤

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m so glad to hear that! ❤❤

[@stephaniejim7540]

The best workouts ❤ thanks Lauren

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad you’re enjoying them! ❤

[@nancyg78]

Lauren thank you sooo much so many great workouts to get this DS back to normal and get rid of the mommy pooch ❤ thank you

[@kristinagavazaj3049]

Hey, how long did you need to reach your goal? :)

[@KarlaTorres-kd4lg]

Thank you for posting this I’ve been doing a lot of excercise haven’t work and hope this works to loose the weight I need to loose

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you like the workouts! I have several playlists with additional postpartum workouts on my channel-strength, HIIT, cardio, etc. that will help with overall weight loss! ❤️

[@OLIVEDELACRUZ-xd4un]

So glad I came across your channel.. started it today and oh I feel that burn 'round my tummy. That's when I know it will work out.. hope to continue working on it and soon share my experience and the results just like other awesome mommies here.. ☺️

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Glad you’re here and look forward to hearing about your progress! ❤

[@aiswaryas6327]

It’s a simple and great workout Could feel the difference in my core strength

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m so glad you’re seeing results!❤

[@jaylinreyes1234]

Im so excited to see my results at the end! You are amazing!’

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Keep me posted on your progress! You’ve got this! 💪🏻

[@maltababe2678]

I’m gonna start here I just done this one and wow you can feel it in the tummy area so I need to start with this one for a few weeks

[@maltababe2678]

I am nearly 2 years postpartum I hope it works

[@johannafeamster3117]

I so appreciate your videos, Lauren! 😁

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you, Johanna! ❤❤

[@liv9156]

I’ve tried postpartum workouts for over two years and this is the only one where at first I didn’t feel much, then when it got to the bird-dog type movements, I’ve never felt those muscles like that. Felt great!! I’ve had no luck getting my pooch down in size so hopefully this program will help 🖤

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Thank you for the kind feedback! It definitely takes time and consistency, and to is program is a great place to start healing and strengthening your core! I also have another program on my playlists, my Postpartum Ab Program, for whenever you finish this one!

[@liv9156]

@@laurenfitterfitness Will definitely check out that program when I’m done this one!! Really enjoying this one so far!

[@parulgupta2844]

​@@laurenfitterfitness after how long we can start doing your postpartum ab workout?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

@@parulgupta2844are you referring to my Postpartum Ab Program? You can do it in conjunction with this series or after you finish!

[@J.M-b2h]

Just starting 6 weeks pp so happy to. Have found this. That last move is really tough! 😅

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re here!❤

[@voradaK]

Thank you! I just subscribed❤ I'm 2 months postpartnum and I'm very conscious about my body especially after baby no.2. This gives me hope 😂 I will try this for a week like you suggested ❤

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re here! 🤍

[@user-Elena94]

I'm giving it a try. Thank you

[@SableWright]

Ummmm wow! It felt like only 2 mins of workouts but 20 mins of effectiveness! Thanks

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I love that!! Thanks and glad you enjoyed it!❤

[@illuminati_yang2324]

Day 1. Repeat 3x to make it a 30 minute core workout. Still working on that core engagement. Thanks for this!!! Day 6 5 minute core warmup, repeat 3x. Kid and Dada kept talking and trying to play with me, but i pushed through!!! Still practing the core engagement.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re enjoying it! 🤍

[@illuminati_yang2324]

Day 9 REST Day 10 I prefer to keep both my legs up while on my back, helps me focus on engaging core. Your butt curls up just a bit, and when you exhale wiggle a little you'll feel where it gets tight and lock. Exhale when going against the force such as pulling your leg up, inhale when leg is down. Not big breaths just small ones through diaphragm.

[@illuminati_yang2324]

Day 12 5 minute warm up for core and blood flow. Repeat video 3 times, even after all this time I still mess up on core engagement but I am slimming down and my stomach does not look as bloated as before. Calorie deficit without the counting. 5 ounces of Chia Pudding EVERYDAY with 1 ounce of walnuts and 1 banana. Lunch & Dinner 5 ounces of any protein, 5 ounces of any carbs & 5 ounces of any vegetable! If you're like me in the 155LBS+ range. I still eat pasta with heavy cream and what not I just count the serving size not the calories. But with how I eat, you can fit in sweets and chips throughout the day just be moderate all though I just don't eat that stuff anymore.

[@Missfoxxiiivine]

I hve 4 children c sect. And had my last at 31 (mentally took a toll on me) i wasnt motivated to do anything. I didnt workout. I didnt eat as healthy as I used to. He just turned 3 and im seeing a csect shelf which was prob there but now i feel like i see it more. (Maybe im just more conscious of my body) i feel like this is a good pre-workout b4 i hit the hard stuff. I did this 1 and the ab one and i feel it. Thank u soo much. Im sending this to my csect mama friends

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I'm so glad you're here! It's never too late to heal your core. Be patient and kind to your body; 4 C-sections is a lot on you mentally and physically! This program will get you started on the right trajectory... you've got this!

[@illuminati_yang2324]

Day 4, I always come back to this series.. One day I'll get through it!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

🤍🤍

[@melanie1588]

11 years since I had my kid. Was athletic for 5 years (after) and then went from sports to lifting and doing similar core excersize, tried different diets too. I worked out with trainers. I dont think I have Diastasis and I can pound out tons of sit-ups and other ab workous. All these years and the rest of my body is so fit and I STILL have a localized belly pooch. Its discouraging. I'll be starting this tomorrow and plan to update if I see results (or not). Just experimenting and curiosity before I end up seeking a mini tuck.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I’m sorry, that is discouraging! I always suggest getting an assessment from a pelvic floor PT who can look at your core/pelvic floor and give you an individualized plan. ❤

[@shamijavier4102]

This is my first day. I hope to keep going.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re here!❤

[@syeda5825]

Thank you Lauren ❤❤

[@JustAgirlCelebratingLife]

Hey. This playlist offers multiple workout plans. Can you elaborate a little as for how to follow these. Also i am a c section mom are these safe for me? Plus i am 15 mnths postpartum so they will be effective? Your help will be very kind.❤ thank you for making these wonderful videos. Much love ✨

[@mayurisoni522]

I have a huge mommy pooch.. starting the workout today. Lets see when i can achieve my goal

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re here! It takes time and consistency, but it’s worth it. ❤I also have a Postpartum Ab Program on my playlists that I recommend.

[@MD-ih8yc]

Wonderful workout! 3 months postpartum here and this is perfect for me! And I search “mom pooch workout” so I think the term mom pooch is absolutely appropriate. Thank you!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad you’re enjoying the program! Thank you!❤

[@reemaljamal918]

Hi Lauren Thank u for this great workout ive been doing it for like 2 months but I always sturggle to keep the spank on sometimes i feel a neck pain doing it Any advice?? Thankkk uu❤

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! I am not sure what could be causing your neck pain-I would suggest seeing a chiropractor or PT to address this!❤

[@crypticpuppet7503]

Day 1 of doing this exercise. I will see if these little 10minute exercises actually work...will keep updated.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re here! I look forward to hearing about your progress!❤

[@kaylalee4389]

Im 10 weeks PP thank you so much for these!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re enjoying the workouts!❤

[@michaelaclint4768]

This is a great "ease in" workout - even 10 minutes makes me feel like I did something so thank you! Question: when you say do this workout for 1 week minimum before moving on to the next one in the series, does that mean we should do this every day or how many days in that 1 week?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Glad you’ve enjoyed it! That’s a great question. I suggest 2-3 times in a week, for at least 1-3 weeks or until you feel that you’ve mastered the exercises (you can do them with good technique). Then, you can move forwarf!❤

[@itsreallykat]

Hi Lauren, thanks for all your amazing videos! I started postpartum core workouts a year 1/2 ago to the point where I felt that abdominal gap close from fitting almost 3 fingers, to not being able to fit any fingers. So it closed! I stopped doing the postpartum workouts at that point and did regular ab workouts but still have had a mom pooch. It got better for sure, but not gone at all. Would you recommend these workouts until my flat stomach is achieved? I’ve been trying your workouts for a week now and already see an improvement!! 👏🏾👏🏾 so I’m guessing even if my diastasis recti closes, there’s still work to be done? Also since I’ve done this core work before to the point that I closed my gap, would you recommend me starting at another point in this series?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! So glad you’ve seen results from doing deep core work! I would suggest sticking with deep core exercises (like in this series as well as any of the other postpartum Ab/core workouts on my playlists), because it will continue to help you strengthen and define your core after healing your DR. Start at the beginning and if you find the workout easy, you can go ahead and progress to the next one until you find one that is an appropriate level-once you do, stay with that workout for 1-3 weeks until you feel like you’ve mastered the exercises and are ready to progress!

[@dianakimdevenish6354]

Thank you for this! One question I had.. I’ve heard you should not do cow pose as it could stretch out the gap for DR issues. But I do see that pose here… would love your thoughts!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

@@dianakimdevenish6354 Hi Diana! The cat cow pose is a great exercise to release tension and engage your deep core when done properly. The “cow” phase is more to relax your core and mobilize your spine… that being said, take care not to “push” through your abdomen when performing the “cow” phase. Pushing out could put excessive pressure on the midline. Simply relax the belly, that’s all!

[@jessicacastillo1806]

Thank you for this 🫶🏼

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’ve enjoyed it!❤

[@kt8203]

I did just one 10 minute workout and I'm so motivated to do more 😻. I actually enjoyed this exercise and can feel a little burn in my abs from the workout! So excited that this is not crunches!!!❤. Two questions, is this ok to do daily?? I was planning on adding it in with yin yoga that i just started back up. Also, should I do just 10 minutes, or should i do like 2 or 3 sets??

[@laurenfitterfitness]

So glad you enjoyed it!! ❤️ Yes, daily is fine! I’d also suggest changing it up and doing alongside any of my other postpartum Ab workouts. They’re all organized on my channel playlists!

[@MariaDiaz-do5cb]

I am really grateful for these! I am three years PP with twins and very active with running and lifting but definitely have some pelvic floor/mommy pooch issues! I was wondering if you know generally speaking how long until people typically notice a difference?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Wow, good for you for staying active with a multiples pregnancy! That is amazing! It really depends on the severity of core dysfunction, but with consistency and proper technique/targeted exercises (which these videos will help with) you will gradually see results… could be a few months or up to a year or so to see full benefits, but you’ll notice a difference in a matter of weeks!

[@upasanagupta4969]

Hey There, thanks for sharing, it is really helping me but do you have series to follow or do we have to follow this everyday?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! I suggest doing each workout 3 time or so over the span of 1-2 weeks, then progressing to the next workout in the program. If you’re looking for a comprehensive workout plan and schedule, check out my KZbin guides here!❤ laurenfitter.com/programs

[@lupis7164]

It's my first week doing this. I am 2 months pp with a c-section. ❤

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Yay! Glad you’re here. ❤

[@Ketz312]

How many times a day should I do this? Just once? Thanks for all you do!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Once is sufficient! I recommend 4-6 deep core workouts per week for core healing.

[@MariaDrozdowska-r6z]

Love this workout!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you! I have a ton more postpartum workouts on my playlists, too! ❤

[@MariaDrozdowska-r6z]

@@laurenfitterfitness I’m going to for sure check it out but I have to do this workout for a few more weeks before I go try more out :) following your orders Ofcourse . I sure felt the burn! And it honestly felt nice

[@emilyfitch5452]

Is it ok to keep my head off the ground? I can do most of the movements with my head up, otherwise I feel my lower back lifting. Thanks! Great movements!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I actually wouldn’t recommend that, as it can put strain on your neck and could create upper ab dominance and rib gripping. Have you tried placing your hands underneath the small of your low back and gentle pressing your low back into your hands? This can help you master core engagement and keeping that low backs toward the floor. That said, your back shouldn’t be totally flat-there will always be a slight curve in the spine. But it shouldn’t be lifting off the floor, either.

[@preetikapil5141]

Hi Lauren, thank you for these programs! I am 3 months postpartum and really want to work on my core.. can I do this series and the Abs program together? Like altenating between them over the week? Or would that be too much and do you recommend doing them sequentially?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Glad you’re here! Yes, you could do the plans together-just follow my recommendations in the descriptions of the videos so you know how long/how many times to do each workout, etc. Generally I’d say you can do core training 4-6 days per week (only one workout per day) and see results!

[@Ericaisbliss]

Hi Lauren! I’ve been using your videos and have never seen results like mine even prior pregnancy 😳 I watched another video discussing the term “doming” do you have any videos regarding how to avoid doming and how to shed that lose skin? 😊 thank you 💕

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Thanks for doing my workouts; glad they’ve helped you! I have a “short” video on my playlists on how to engage and keep your core engaged during exercise. With proper engagement and targeted core exercises (like in my videos) you will see some strength and firmness restored. But some loose skin will remain, because even exercise cannot fully restore the collagen/elastin in the skin. Just want to be honest about that!🤍

[@puckverhoef8498]

I’m in!

[@lubna.a96]

I’m two months postpartum and I feel so insecure about my body & my mommy belly that’s why I wanna start working out. I’m wondering how many times a week do you recommend this workout? And regarding your other workouts in this series, in what order and how should I do them? Thank you so much ❤️🌸

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Follow this plan 1-10, doing each workout approx 3 times until you feel that you’ve mastered the movements and can perform them with good technique. After that, I suggest my postpartum Ab program and any of my postpartum strength workouts on my playlists.

[@anumathew5064]

Thank you for this work out Hi i just started 3days now, i am 4yrs now,is that ok to do for me ,or should i try different one,please eeply thank you

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Yes, this is a prefect plan to start with! No matter how many years postpartum, you can heal your core!❤

[@ShaylaChastain]

how would you recommend we go about doing these? like should we do multiple of these several times a week or ? i’m 13 months pp but here we go 😅

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! I recommend doing each workout 3 or so times over the span of a week before progressing. You know you’re ready to move on if you feel that you’ve mastered the exercises… they might still be challening, but you can perform them with good technique for the majority of the time interval.

[@e1sobianousheen13]

Hey Lauren! I want to know how many sets of these exercises we need to do ?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

One set! I recommend deep core workouts 4-6 times per week (can be this program or any of my other PP core workouts!)

[@mariamathews9637]

Hi, I have started the program last week and it’s going so good. I was wondering if this series of core work outs is enough to get rid of the tummy fat ?? Or should I be doing something else along this ?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Glad you’re enjoying it! This program is designed to heal and strengthen your core, rather than fat/weight loss. Exercise can help-check my playlists for postpartum strength and cardio workouts!-but nutrition is what really moves the needle. Strength training is especially important for building lean body mass and reducing body fat. But again, nutrtion is really the main factor.

[@mariamathews9637]

Thank you for the reply. Can u also please suggest how many times a week I should be doing cardio and strength work outs? I’m 5’2” and 54kgs, 18 months postpartum. My main goal is to reduce my diastisis recti and also to get leaner.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

@@mariamathews9637 I suggest strength training 2-3 times per week, and the same with cardio. If you’re short on time, I suggest prioritizing strength training as it will build lean muscle and help with fat loss and metabolism. If you’re looking for a guided schedule, I just launched my KZbin guides on my website! It’s 12 weeks and 72 workouts. laurenfitter.com/programs ❤

[@mariamathews9637]

Thank you!

[@MelodyGuilloux-hp6xo]

How many times a week are you all doing each video?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I suggest 4-6 deep core workouts per week to start the core healing process. It can be this series alone or combined with any of my other PP core workouts. ❤

[@stephaniespencer7819]

My youngest is 11 yrs old and was my C-section baby. She was my 3rd. Hopefully this will work for me.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi Stephanie! It’s never too late to start healing. I also have a Postpartum Ab Program on my “playlists” that is another option to heal and strengthen your core, whenever you finish this plan. ❤

[@laughmorethanyoucan]

Hi Lauren I need little bit of guidance on how to start and from which one. Suppose if I start workout # 1 then for how long to do it I mean how many weeks should I do the workout #1.

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! Do each workout 1-3 times before advancing to the next. It can be within the same week. For example, you could do this workout MWF and then on Sunday, move on to workout #2. You know you’re ready to move on when you can perform each exercise with good technique for the majority of the time interval. I recommend at least 3 sessions (5-10 mins) of deep core work but no more than 6 sessions per week. ❤

[@chelataylor58]

Hello. Is this recommended to do 3 time in one day like a cycle workout. Or only once per day? Thanks!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Only once per day is sufficient; in fact, I wouldn’t do this every single day. 4-6 days per week of core training and I’d switch up the workouts. I have a Postpartum Ab Program and additional Ab workouts under my channel playlists that would be good to throw in!

[@AnaDelValleGarcia]

Day 1 done 😊 i hope i remember and continue ! 🥲

[@lainienewby1514]

I’m on day 2 😊

[@jelissealexandre]

Hi Lauren. Should these workouts be done everyday? Or what do you recommend?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! I recommend 4-6 days of deep core work starting out. It can be this plan alone, or combined with any of my postpartum Ab workouts!❤

[@CourtneyGasperson]

Love your workout videos!! May I ask where you got your leggings from?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you so much! They’re ALO but I’ve had them for a few years, otherwise I’d link them!❤

[@StephanieLinares-x7f]

How many times a day do we do these :)

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Just once per day! I recommend doing deep core workouts 4-6 times per week to promote healing. Have you checked out my Postpartum Ab Program? It’s another program to aid in core healing!❤

[@heathermermelstein742]

Thank you Thank you! This kicks asssss. 😁😍🤩I can totally feel it from just one workout, and I have done a LoT of these kinds of videos, best one I've tried. (And I've done ones from Pilates experts too). Another bonus, because it's excellent a 10 minute video a day will suffice I think, instead of doing one three times a dayyy like the others have suggested, which I've never been able to pull off

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Thank you so much! Appreciate the kind feedback. You’ve got this! 💪🏻

[@KirstyLowrey]

How many times a day are you meant to do this workout ? Tia

[@diananickless209]

Hi Lauren, are these workouts safe to be done in pregnancy? As well how long after c-section you are able to start these workouts? Thank you

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Yes, although you may need to modify some exercises after the first trimester. I have specific prenatal Ab workouts for each trimester in my playlists! These workouts can be done as soon as you feel ready post c section, as long as your doctor has approved gentle movement.

[@nylrhona]

Hi Lauren, which one should do first this mommy pooch or the the diastasis recti work out?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

I would suggest starting here! Then the DR repair plan or my Postpartum Ab Program❤!

[@nylrhona]

@@laurenfitterfitness thank you so much for the answer.

[@CantStopBaking]

Starting the first video today- Looking forward to getting my core strong again! How long should we do each video? A week?

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Yes, week is sufficient, or until you feel like you can do the exercises with control, not necessarily without difficulty!

[@dezzluciia]

WE GOT THIS MOMMYS !

[@laurenfitterfitness]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@Gmzz.12]

Question for this workout do we have to follow a diet ?!!

[@laurenfitterfitness]

Hi! I don’t recommend a specific diet, rather, I recommend eating nutrient dense carbs, fats and proteins from whole food sources for best results. ❤