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Abdominal Excersises

1 posts on this thread and the last post was on March 31st, 2004 9:22 AM
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glo - March 31st, 2004 9:22 AM
 [Original Post]

can I do crunches or any type of abdominal
stuff. If yes, how many? I've been getting mixed feedback.

Michele - March 31st, 2004 9:22 AM

Don't do any crunches lying on your back after your first trimester. It constricts blood flow to the uterus. Do your abdominal exercises from a stability ball, making sure the ball is up closer to the shoulders. Contract your butt to lift the hips and keep them in alignment. Working the abdominals 15 to 20 minutes every other day should benefit and help you bounce back quickly after birth. Good luck!