Transverse Abdominals, TA TVA, deep core...you know it by many names, or maybe you don’t! ![]()
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The TA is the deepest of the four abdominal muscles. This muscle is often targeted in programs that are designed to address a diastasis recti or DR. ![]()
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It has many functions including respiration, core stability, low back support and pelvic floor engagement. It actually co-contracts with the pelvic floor. ![]()
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Often times people have difficulty isolating this muscle expecting the contraction to be a bigger movement. To compensate, we will either use our rectus (6 pack muscles) flexing the spine forward or suck in flaring the rib cage. ![]()
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Want to see if you can engage your TA? Stand in front of a mirror. Breathe in and relax. Exhale and bring your belly button towards your spine without moving your trunk. ![]()
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If you get this right, you’ll notice a small lift of the belly button at the end of the contraction (see the video on the left). ![]()
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How’d you do?? Let us know below👇🏻👇🏽👇🏿
There’s still time! Don’t miss your chance to join us virtually for this class!Did you miss our virtual “Healthy Moms” pregnancy and postpartum class last week? Well, we’ve got great news: we’re adding a bonus class for the month of February! Next Tuesday 2/16 @ 7-8p EST. ![]()
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Typically this class only comes around once/month, but with all those quarantine babies on the way, we thought we would add a second class this time around 😅![]()
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The class covers all things pelvic health especially during pregnancy and postpartum. Class sizes are kept small so you’ll be able to get answers to all your burning questions. ![]()
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Oh and for only $25 this would be an awesome add on to the Valentine’s gift for your sweetheart, fellas *hint, hint*. 😉![]()
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Call us to register and grab your spot! 678-819-8720
Our Healthy Moms Wellness class is tonight (virtual)! ![]()
It's not too late to register - simply contact our office, and we'll see you at 7 PM EST!
Did you know breastfeeding moms may lose up to about 10% of their bone mineral density (BMD) while lactating? ![]()
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That’s pretty significant! Our bodies “donate” calcium to our breast milk to help meet the growth demands of our babes. ![]()
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For many women, their BMD will increase back to pre-pregnancy amounts after weaning, but not everyone does. So what can you do about it??![]()
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Workout, mama! 🏋🏽♀️💪🏽![]()
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That’s right - both resistance exercise and aerobic exercise can increase BMD or slow its loss during breastfeeding. ![]()
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So, keep feeding that little one and get back to the activities you love (or maybe love hate 😅). ![]()
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Not sure where to start? We’re here to help! Give us a call at 678-819-8720 to schedule a postpartum screening and learn more about returning to exercise. We’ve got you covered with our two north Atlanta area locations. ![]()
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Want to learn more? Check out this study 👉🏻 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19727023/
Did you miss our virtual “Healthy Moms” pregnancy and postpartum class last week? Well, we’ve got great news: we’re adding a bonus class for the month of February! Next Tuesday 2/16 @ 7-8p EST. ![]()
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Typically this class only comes around once/month, but with all those quarantine babies on the way, we thought we would add a second class this time around 😅![]()
![]()
The class covers all things pelvic health especially during pregnancy and postpartum. Class sizes are kept small so you’ll be able to get answers to all your burning questions. ![]()
![]()
Oh and for only $25 this would be an awesome add on to the Valentine’s gift for your sweetheart, fellas *hint, hint*. 😉![]()
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Call us to register and grab your spot! 678-819-8720