Diastasis recti?

Question

How do I know if I have diastasis recti? I keep reading it’s not safe to exercise if you have it. When I lay flat I can stick 1 finger in near my belly button maybe one in a half. Under my belly button and above my belly button it’s closed. Should I not be able to stick a finger in or is it safe for me t exercise?

Answer

For me the biggest indicator was the conning shape my stomach takes on when activating my core. That and the fact that my abdomen BURNS when I do core exercises. 
The finger measurement is a good indicator too.  
I really wish they would just give women surgery to fix it. I am sooooo tired of refraining from 90% or my core workouts and doing at home “pelvic floor builders”. Nothing has changed. I still can’t do core exercises and it’s been two years.

Answer

To check, lie on your back with your finger in your belly button then lift your head and shoulders a little like your doing a crunch, 1 finger is regarded as ok, I think professionals only really get involved when it’s 3 fingers plus. You can do exercise to help but do your research as some exercises make it worse x

Diastasis recti?

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