Full wheel backbends, full cobra, and other movements or poses that open the lower rib cage compromise the integrity of the upper abdominal wall. As the ribs splay apart, they tug the upper abdominal muscles, including the rectus abdominis, away from the midline. This places stress on the linea alba, the midline that runs vertically between the two halves of the abdomen. Over time, repeated stress on this tissue can cause it to weaken and thin, compromising core strength and stability while widening the waistline.

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Postures to be avoided if you have diastasis recti

Postures to be avoided if you have diastasis recti

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