What movements make diastasis recti worse?

What movements make diastasis recti worse?

Any movement that bulges the abdominal wall forward can cause more damage to your diastasis recti. Everyday movements like getting out of bed or up off a chair can worsen diastasis. Try to be mindful about how you are using your abdominals as you go about your day.

These exercise movements should be avoided if you have diastasis recti:

• Crunches or sit-ups of any kind.
• Planks or push-ups (unless using modifications).
• Downward dog, boat pose and other yoga poses.
• Double leg lifts, scissors and other Pilates moves.
• Any exercise that causes your abdominals to bulge, cone or dome.