Early Postpartum Core Workout

Welcome to the early postpartum core workout! These are some of the exercises you should be doing to help your body recover and prepare for more intense exercise (like running) in the future.

Are you ready to begin the 12-week postpartum program? click here.

*Please note: you should never experience pain when exercising postpartum. If you feel any pain or discomfort, especially around your lower back, abdomen, or vagina, that you don’t push through the pain. Stop the exercise and try again in a few days, or consult with your doctor.

Early Postpartum Core Workout

There are 6 exercises in this workout. Complete the set number of reps for each exercise then move onto the next. If you have time (and energy) you can do up to 3 rounds of this workout per day.

Pelvic Tilt

12 reps

Gentle Bridges

12 reps

Core Hold with Knee Drop

12 reps each side

Core Hold On Chair

30 seconds

Core Hold with Arms Overhead

12 reps

Wall Push-Ups

12 reps

Ready for More?

We have a structured 12-week postpartum exercise program for new mums ready to resume exercise. This program is designed to ‘rehabilitate’ your body post-birth and prepare you for more intense exercise (like running) in the near future.

Postpartum Rehab