Strength training post c section

terrie_k

What has anyone done for strength training after a c section and when?
I'm 12 weeks and have started spin and yoga. My core is still quite week so taking it slow is a must. Would stronglifts 5x5 be too ambitious?

acampbe2umd

Have you been cleared by your doctor to exercise?

I've had multiple c-sections. I am a lifter normally however and lifted until the day I delivered with my 3 children. I started lifting again at 6 weeks post partum in every case with the exception of direct ab work. I had my abs sewn back together, so I waited until around 16 weeks for that. I was tender, but not for long.

terrie_k

I was cleared at the 6 week to do anything. I thought that was a little crazy especially in terms of core work. My core is pretty much non existent from the surgery. When I do spin, it is all legs since I am so weak.

Chieflrg

I had a major surgery very simular to c section but with a 10-12" vertical incision I stead.

I started rank new on strong lift about 5 weeks after.

I'm a athlete, so my doctors probably cleared me a bit sooner than most. Just follow your dr's advice and hopefully he/she is a lifter and truly understands how helpful it is.

lorrpb

Stronglifts is not too ambitious as long as you start as low weight as needed for your current fitness level. Add weight slowly, if you're starting light, 5 lbs per day might be too much. The format is fine.

Chef_Barbell

I wasn't cleared for exercise until 8 weeks with a c-section. I wouldn't try anything until you are medically cleared as you can tear your stitches.

Sara2184

I've been cleared by my doctor (6 week pp) & have started walking but still feel sore if I jog slightly. Anyone recommend light core workouts? My insides are a mush

Ironandwine69

You should be fine with stronglifts. I was cleared at 8 weeks and started right then. Just take it slow and listen to your body.

Sara2184

Thanks

tooheyz

Had 2 sections and went back to lifting 5 weeks post, with doc's clearance. Didn't do direct ab exercise until about 12 weeks post.

Just take it easy - you dont want to tear your stitches, get injured and be out the gym for even longer!