For many years, postpartum women were told to avoid crunches and abdominal flexion due to concerns they may worsen diastasis recti (abdominal separation). However, as research evolves, so does our understanding. We now know the abdominal wall - including the linea alba - is not something that needs to be protected through avoidance, but rather something that benefits from gradual, progressive loading to restore strength, tension, and function. That said, the current evidence is more nuanced...

In the health and fitness world, consistency is one of the most important ingredients for progress. Regular Pilates, strength training, walking and movement all provide enormous benefits for both physical and mental wellbeing. However, there is a point where training load can outweigh the body’s ability to recover. When this happens, we move into what is commonly known as overtraining. As a physiotherapist, I often see people who are highly motivated and committed to their exercise routine,...