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7 diastasis recti exercises for core strengthening

Get back to a strong, stable core after pregnancy with these diastasis recti exercises, recommended by Hinge Health physical therapists.

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Published Date: Jun 24, 2025

Person in purple athletic wear performing diastasis recti exercises against a white background

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1. Abdominal bracing

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2. Abdominal bracing with bent knee fall outs

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3. Quadruped shoulder flexion

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4. Seated Kegel with thigh squeeze

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5. Side plank on knees

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6. Hip hinge with towel pull

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7. Bent hollow hold

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Table of Contents

7 diastasis recti exercises for core strengthening

1. Abdominal bracing

2. Abdominal bracing with bent knee fall outs

3. Quadruped shoulder flexion

4. Seated Kegel with thigh squeeze

5. Side plank on knees

6. Hip hinge with towel pull

7. Bent hollow hold

Personalizing your diastasis recti exercises

Benefits of diastasis recti exercises

Safety tips when exercising with diastasis recti

How Hinge Health can help you

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