A fresh Fit2B workout sample, exercise tip, contributor spotlight, and links to any new content we’ve made each week!
Want a short, easy cardio routine? Feeling chilly and need to warm up your body? Feeling sluggish and know you need to jump start your metabolism? This mini version of our longer “Walking Workout” will get your whole body moving while you march in place… and then you can decide if you want to do […]
Usually, we only have one workout per page here on Fit2B, however our 5-minute routines are often the exception. Click here for alllllll our 5-min workouts, and below you’ll find two of them that can be used separately or together. You have so many options: Allow them to serve as stand-alone exercise routines on busy, […]
A few years ago, as I realized I needed to be even more purposeful about maintaining my bone density, I began adding “box jumps” into my personal circuit of exercises. Jumping is good for your bones, however, you do NOT have to jump up onto something like a box to reap the benefits. Starting with […]
If you love “Mermaid Mojo” and want more, then you’re about be REALLY happy as you discover more strength and mobility within this new sister routine. Don’t worry, you don’t need a mermaid tail to do this workout, just a soft place on the ground and a couple of small weights. The fresh, lightly loaded […]
Studies that have come out as recently as 2022 through 2024 are showing how vibration plates can assist with lymphatic drainage, build your bones, increase overall muscle tone, and strengthen your pelvic floor. Many of my pelvic floor physical therapist friends use these in their clinics where they have their clients simply sit on them […]
If you’re thinking of buying a kettlebell soon, first let me say congratulations! My brain goes two directions whenever someone asks me, “What size kettlebell should I buy?” One direction is excitement because kettlebells open up a whole new world of movement possibilities and dynamics, making certain lifts more accessible to people with limited mobility. […]
Okay, this standing abs routine is actually a little longer than 5 minutes (sorry, not sorry) but it contains 6 movements that don’t require you get on the floor to work your core. Yay for not having to pick up a cluttered floor before you start a workout! However, it does require a dumbbell or […]
My mother in law arrived to stay with us on December 27th, 2023. She had been diagnosed with dementia the prior Summer, and so was my husband’s father. Their situation in rural Montana – where they lived off the land and were vibrant parts of their small community – had severely declined, and she was […]
The fourth installment in our hugely popular “Chunky” series of workouts in which we offer five 5-minute workout chunks that you can do throughout a day, throughout a week, or all at once. The breaks are built in, and you’ll get everything you need fitness-wise no matter how you chunk it apart. Remember that “The […]
You’ve seen those muscle-bound weightlifters shoving bars over their heads. They’re loaded with all kinds of plates on the ends, and they grimace as they drop into squats or lunge positions, pressing the weight straight up then slamming it down on the ground. I’m guess your goals are different than theirs, but they had to […]
Put your feet up for a few minutes and enjoy this evidence-based routine which is rooted in the pioneering research of Dr. Sinead Dufour. This pattern of breathing and leg positioning was discussed in our podcast about pelvic pain with Dr. Dufour. She was gracious enough to give us permission to film the exercises she […]
Why didn’t anyone tell me? How come I didn’t know? I hear those laments all the time from my fitness clients, but here’s my reality: I used to ask the same questions for valid reasons because I grew up before Google. However, this younger generation has all the answers at their fingertips – my colleagues […]
This third and final {for now} installment of our 3-part Hot Yoga series covers the lower body floor exercises which are always included in the full 26 pose set practiced in thousands of of studios around the world. These poses are traditionally taught with zero concern for the natural breath or abdominal pressure management. I […]
Physical education (P.E.) classes have been part of the education system of most schools in the United States for many decades. I have distinct memories of doing windmills, laying on my belly on rolling carts, beating the boys at chin-ups and arm-hangs, schoolmates holding my feet down while I did as many sit-ups as I […]
here is the first of my very own style of dance aerobics. It’s quite similar to regular aerobics but with more breaks and more dancey-type stuff. As always, my heart is to erase barriers and lies that keep us from moving our amazing bodies. I hope you laugh at me, laugh at yourself, and have a great time!
here is the first of my very own style of dance aerobics. It’s quite similar to regular aerobics but with more breaks and more dancey-type stuff. As always, my heart is to erase barriers and lies that keep us from moving our amazing bodies. I hope you laugh at me, laugh at yourself, and have a great time!
here is the first of my very own style of dance aerobics. It’s quite similar to regular aerobics but with more breaks and more dancey-type stuff. As always, my heart is to erase barriers and lies that keep us from moving our amazing bodies. I hope you laugh at me, laugh at yourself, and have a great time!
here is the first of my very own style of dance aerobics. It’s quite similar to regular aerobics but with more breaks and more dancey-type stuff. As always, my heart is to erase barriers and lies that keep us from moving our amazing bodies. I hope you laugh at me, laugh at yourself, and have a great time!
Are you unable or unwilling to join a gym right now? Hey, I get it. I live pretty far from any good gyms myself, plus I’d rather work out at home. Have you been looking for fun ways to stay in shape at home, either by yourself or with your whole family? But then you’ve […]
We are offering 40% during our Black Friday Sale, so I want to give you all those details AND a few good deals I spotted on Amazon + my own amazon wish list! Here’s a quick video about our sale, and then you can scroll down to see all the awesomesauce! Yes, I know Chris […]
here is the first of my very own style of dance aerobics. It’s quite similar to regular aerobics but with more breaks and more dancey-type stuff. As always, my heart is to erase barriers and lies that keep us from moving our amazing bodies. I hope you laugh at me, laugh at yourself, and have a great time!
This challenging routine builds on our ‘Hot Yoga 26 + 2 Prep‘ workout which would be wise to do before this one. Hot Yoga is a set pattern of 26 poses practiced in many studios around the world. Traditionally, it’s far from TummySafe, yet the poses are scientifically proven to be very beneficial for flexibility, […]
How about some standing, creative core work with a kettlebell that also offers an amazing arm workout? And what if we use two off-set, imbalanced kettlebells (or other weights) to draw your obliques into every exercise? This is the NEW short, effective upper body workout you’ve been waiting for and that you’re going to come […]
Want a better booty without the squats? Then shoulder bridges are your ticket to training that tush. However, how about we play with allll the shoulder bridge variations I could think of + throw in some counter-motions, release work, and stretches between all that work? The best part is that you’ll be laying down the […]
Based on “The Big 6” lymphatic drainage points emphasized by Dr. Perry, this exercise routine offers movements and techniques to strengthen your lymphatic system, lengthen your muscles, and prime your whole body for better fitness response. Plus, there’s a brilliant move for your Diastasis Recti that will help speed healing in your core! This workout […]
Welcome to the third installment of our popular Chunky 5×5 series which “chunks” apart one longer workout into 5 “chunks” that are about 5 minutes apiece with 5 different exercises per chunk in 5 different categories: Warm-up, Upper Body, Cardio, Lower Body, and Cool Down Stretching. Do it all at once, spread it throughout your […]
Grab a dumbbell or kettlebell and discover how a few “airborne” additions to your lifting motions can stimulate your muscles and bones in new ways while also boosting your brain health! We know that ball-type play improves mental health and fights brain diseases, and I wrote a big article with links to our other tossing/catching […]
What is intuitive eating? How does it compare to other “diets” or is it totally different? Should you give it a try or stear clear of this “fad” food consumption method? How can it work well for some people yet go sideways for others? We brought intuitive eating coach, Anna Surrey, onto our show to […]
Need some seated motions you can do at meetings, church sermons, zooms, and other classes to keep your blood circulating and your muscles happy without drawing attention to yourself? Watch this video, take some notes, or play it on silent during your next event. Also, be sure to check out its sister routine, “Subtle Standing […]
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Join Beth as she interviews her very own pelvic floor physical therapist, Dr. Christina Trautman of The Pelvic Floor Place. In this intimate episode, Dr. Trautman shares how she came to be a PFPT and what it was like to have Beth as a patient and treat her birth scars and pelvic floor symptoms. If […]
Have you been curious about “Hot Yoga” but nervous to try a class because you’ve heard that it’s intense and sweaty + you suspect that your core, knees, and shoulders aren’t ready? Or maybe you’ve tried a class, but the script they follow was fast and overwhelming? Well, I’m passionate about helping everyone make a full […]
I’m not sure I’ve ever laughed so much on a podcast with one of our guests, but Lexie McNeill and I sure had fun talking about Trim Healthy mama on this show! In case you haven’t heard about it, it’s the least diet-ish eating plan I’ve ever come across. It helped me shed my pandemic […]
Need some quiet motions for meetings, church sermons, zooms, and other classes to keep your blood circulating and your muscles happy without drawing attention to yourself? Watch this video, take some notes, or play it on silent during your next event. Also, be sure to check out its sister routine, “Subtle Seated Moves for Meetings” […]
Imagine what it would be like to live with a prognosis of imminent death. How would you live? How would you parent? How would you eat and exercise? Would you crawl into bed and wait for the end or would you fight? Listen in as we talk to Marissa Froese of Wyndelin Farms in Nova […]
Got gas? Get ready to say goodbye to bloated bellies with this sequence of specially ordered movements and poses that will aid digestion and banish the bubbles! This routine starts standing and finishes in a supine, laying down position. The order of movement is important to work with how air wants to rise + the […]
As we continue discussing Diastasis Recti and all the ways it impacts and is impacted by other things, we had to bring habits into the conversation. If we exercise with perfect form, that’s awesome, but we have a hundred habits that have input on our bodies as well: laundry, dishes, vacuuming, grocery shopping, changing diapers, […]
If you could sign over one task to The Chore Fairy, what would it be? A. Dinner B. Vacuuming C. Dishes Leave your answer below, but consider this too: It’s great to workout with “perfect” technique, but your core is likely working just as hard while you do chores & life and other stuff. Maybe […]
Here on Fit2B we provide specialized workouts for women whose cores need extra attention. Often – not always – there is trauma somewhere in their past. However, as I begin this blog about how trauma can affect our tummy muscles – keep in mind that the pelvic floor forms the bottom of our core canister […]
Remember dodgeball? I hated that game as a kid. My aim was worthless, and were my reflexes. I could never duck in time! My mom was literally in awe when I went out for soccer as a senior in high school, and I also did shotput – which involves using one arm to throw a […]
Filmed at the closing of our Winter Conference in 2021, this routine wrapped up the day and helped all of us relax and reward ourselves. Savasana is the yoga term for “corpse pose” where you’re laying down, flat and settled, like you’re grey and dead. Except it’s one of the most life-giving poses to me. […]
Solid sterling silver has great value. It can form a strong ring that supports more precious gems, or it can carry nourishment to our mouths in the form of silverware. Let’s learn how to keep our centers “sterling” strong with some sparkly new exercises in this routine! No Equipment Needed. By clicking play on this […]
Every cloud has a silver lining, and moving our limbs in straight lines is a shining example of long-lever motions that create a core workout like no other. As we age, it’s crucial to maintain bone density and power output. These goals are achieved by continuing to challenge our balance, practice resistance training, and keep […]
Who cares if you are starting to get silver streaks in your hair? Let’s streak some silver through the air, improve our peripheral vision, develop our fast-twitch muscle fibers, and have fun feeling powerful (and a little silly) during this creative cardio fitness routine. Equipment needed: 2 Swords (or two sticks wrapped in tin foil) […]
Argentum is the latin word for the chemical element ‘Silver’ which is why it has the symbol ‘Ag’ on the periodic table of the elements. Argentum means “shiny” or “white” and is defined as a soft, white, lustrous transition metal with the highest electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, and reflectivity of any metal. Silver nitrate dilutions […]
Even if it’s not Christmastime in the city, you can enjoy this metallic set of movements. If you don’t have a kettlebell, you can tie a square-knot in the handles of a sturdy bag to make your own “bell.” Along our silver theme of fighting the effects of aging, this routine adds load to exercises […]
Take your coordination to the next level by adding balance to your step aerobics workout! No bosu? No problem, go ahead and use a regular step or just do the stepping motions on the floor. I rated this workout as challenging because of the wobbling platform, but it would be easier if you use a […]
Perfect for warming up or use as a stand-alone workout, this exercise video will wake up all your fascial tissues and get you ready for more movement. Swinging motions are wonderful for your fascia and your entire lymphatic system. Your fascia is all the connective tissue that holds you together. Fascia encases your muscles, contains […]
Your piriformis is a muscle in the back of your hips under your gluteals that can wreak havoc if it’s upset… and it tends to get upset more often in females than males – likely due to our wider hips and softening hormones. Speaking of females, pink is for girls, right? Well, Japan sees pink […]
One thing your core loves is contralateral motion, meaning unbalanced movements that work oppositional parts. Thus, this ab + arm workout from our Pink Color Series will not disappoint when it comes to “pinking up” the circulation to your midsection. Your arms may also get a bit rosy as you explore different weights. This pink […]
This full body workout was inspired by the circular life of Salmon, and it is packed with a variety of circular motions and spherical objects that will improve you ability to balance loads. The Salmon fish is native to where I live in the Pacific Northwest, and they are known for their athletic jumps up […]
I designed and taught a class called “CycleShape” for 8 years before, during and after having my two children. I see cycling workouts as a tremendous cardio exercise, and I had so much fun picking a range of motivating music for this video. Get ready for constant motion and lots of sweat. My pink hair […]
As I press publish on this post, it’s International Women’s Day, and my social media feeds are full of well-wishes and women’s health advice for fitness, nutrition, and even menopause, but most women don’t realize three crucial things: Menopause is only one day long. Perimenopause can last 10-15 years. What we do during pregnancy and […]
When you only have the use of one of your arms, but you still want a wonderful workout, this is the upper body routine you need! Not only does this home exercise video offer shoulder, bicep, and tricep exercises, you’ll also be offered some lower body work + balance training and core integration for Diastasis […]
Grab a long stretchy band and prepare to have your buns burned 🔥 Your gluteal muscles are the powerhouses of your lower trunk which is all part of your core, so let’s fire up those cheeks! Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! By clicking play on these […]
Smoke the calf muscles in your lower legs in just 5 minutes and get that lymphatic drainage system pumping gunk out while you tone your lower legs! Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! By clicking play on these or any video on this website, you signify that […]
This comforting 5-minute routine has just five easy movements that are meant to be done on or in bed at the end of days when you’re feeling tight and tired, want to ward off restless legs or arms, have some extra energy to burn before bed, or you didn’t manage a workout. You’ll love how […]
Give yourself a mini facial as you strengthen, stretch, and tone the muscles of your jaws, mouth, forehead, and tongue! Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! This workout is also part of our awesome 14-Days To A Better Neck course. By clicking play on these or […]
Nervous to jump because your pelvic floor is dodgy? Watch this video through one time, and notice how it’s broken down into 1-4 minutes per day, starting with the first part of this videos and the easiest moves. Do the first bit, then do the next part a few days later, and then do next […]
Starting on the edge of your bed or a chair, let’s wake the body up slowly and gently, preparing you for a beautiful day! Need more exercises for bedrest? Find them here! Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! By clicking play on these or any video on […]
Stuck in bed? How about a few gentle motions to improve circulation to your muscles? This short routine covers a lot of ground in a short time without raising your heart rate or pushing any limits. Just stay right there in bed and enjoy the movements. If you like this one, you might also like […]
Got a few steps in your house? Around your house? Use them to exercise your legs, chest and arms in this short but efficient workout! Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! By clicking play on these or any video on this website, you signify that you have […]
Technically it’s 10 minutes because we do 5 minutes on each leg. Sorry #notsorry for being sneaky like that, but we promise it will be worth it. Your thighs will be feeling this for sure 😉 Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! By clicking play on these […]
… Because, why not do yoga in a dress in a pretty field? Stretching can be done anywhere! Oh, and we promise no gusty breezes will lift Beth’s skirt while she does warrior poses with you. Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! By clicking play on these […]
No farm? No problem! Come along with us as we interview Kate Schat, founder of “Venison For Dinner” and one of Beth’s favorite homesteaders to follow on social media. Wait, what does farming have to do with women’s core fitness? Well, maybe you didn’t know this, but Beth has a farm herself. The physical work […]
When you hear the term “kettlebell workout” you likely think of a round weight with a handle being swung in all directions. The great thing about KB workouts, though, is that they don’t have to involve fast swinging. If you want to learn basic tummysafe strategies for traditional KB moves, check out Kettlebell Workout 1 […]
What if you could get stronger just 20 seconds at a time? That’s what Tabata is! You do an exercise for 20 seconds, then you take a 10-second break. You can do anything for 20 seconds, right? We have a few other Tabata-style workouts you can find in our A-Z section, but this one is […]
Straight up, I was going to offer this in the black color series, but I’m not a black belt or even a blue belt. I’m just a certified kickboxing instructor who wants to help you get some aggressive energy out while making you sweat. The best part about this workout is the core cues to […]
For the first time ever, you’re going to be seeing a lot of my belly in a Fit2B workout. This was very emotional for me (I cried later) but blue stands for courage and truth. You seeing my true tummy will allow you to fully comprehend the power of this highly specialized technique and what it […]
Remember our foundational routine, Align It Flat? Well, this routine will offer a refresher on your alignment with some subtle, soothing, stacking motions that will bring newfound stability to your spine. Some believe the sapphire stone brings protection, and we know for sure that elongated posture protects your core and spine. Look at this routine […]
There is a way to breath that sounds like an ocean in the back of your throat. It’s a way to strengthen and stretch your voice and deep neck muscles that surround your trachea and larynx. The name of this breath translates to “victorious breathing,” and it’s also known as “Ocean Breathing.” Can you make […]
Sometimes, when you’re feeling blue, it’s hard to get out of bed. When your mind and body are struggling to wake up, we hope this gentle start will help. You’ll go from laying down under your covers, to doing some easy stretches and core work, to sitting on the edge of your bed, a bit […]
Living in your bathrobe lately? Feeling the need to connect to your core? What if you could one or two essential movements for your core and key tension holders? This routine keeps you cozy yet contains lots of essentials for your whole body. The best part is how Beth shows you how to use your bathrobe […]
Y’all loved the first one, so we had to make a second edition of this popular 5×5 workout with 25 exercises formatted to be done in 5 chunks including a warmup, weights, cardio, and a cool down stretch sesh. Feel free to do it all at once, but you can also “chunk it up” throughout […]
Nail all your back muscles (in a good way) in this short 5-minute workout designed to strengthen your posterior movement chain. Get ready for a killer soundtrack! Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! By clicking play on these or any video on this website, you signify that […]
Grab a pair of water bottles (or dumbbells if you have them) and get a quick, effective arm workout in just 5 minutes. Feel like doing more when you’re done? Click here for the rest of our 5-Minute workouts! By clicking play on these or any video on this website, you signify that you have […]
What if you could tone your body AND brain without weights or cardio, at least not in the traditional sense? What if you could just toss a ball around? A few years ago, we began adding “ball workouts” to the Fit2B library of exercise videos, but a lot of people are still learning the benefits […]
Your vagus nerve is incredible. Body nerds worldwide are still discovering all that this spinal nerve does as it “wanders” throughout your body. We know for sure that it can create co-activations of the muscles in the jaw, core, pelvic, and all your diaphragms. If you’re a birth junkie, you likely know about Sphincter Law […]
Some stretches are particularly wise for the heart area. Studies have shown that women with heart disease also tend to have tight chest muscles and difficulty rotating their trunks, so opening the pectorals and improving oblique strength & flexibility is key. This gentle “E” for easy routine would be perfect after a harder routine or […]
Please complete Ebony Exhale and Cobalt Core before doing this workout. This routine contains more advanced hypopressive “low-pressure” poses and breath holds. The goal is to elevate the pelvic floor during an exhale-based stomach vacuum, and this particular set of moves brings the obliques into the mix as we practice anti-rotation. I am a certified level 1 […]
She weighs 60 lbs. I got her for Christmas 2 years before filming this routine, right after I had spine surgery. She and I were not friends at first even though I asked for her, I wanted her, and I needed her. She forced me to approach her and my body with humility and a […]
My godfather loved Kermit The Frog, and I have waited a long time to film this leaping workout with these leggings that have Kermit all over them. Naturally, Kermit and I will have you throwing, launching, and laughing (at me because of an amazing blooper Chris left in to bring you joy at my expense). The […]
This is a sensitive topic, so I decided to seek out the only author whose book I have ever read cover to cover and whose research and words have truly helped my marriage. Turns out, she’s also been ready by my whole team! Meet Sheila Gregoire, author of The Great Sex Rescue, She Deserves Better, […]
Overwhelmingly, when I asked for “O” alliterations to match the word “orange” from our fans, people said “obliques!” Of course, you know how much my brain enjoys coming up with core exercises, however – beyond rotation – your obliques are in charge of PREVENTING twisting between your ribs and hips. This brilliant core workout explores […]
Something I have been exploring for a number of years now is how our breath moves our entire bodies. Here is one beautiful video that shows how the breath moves the lungs, ribs, shoulder muscles, thoracic diaphragm, and abdominal contents. I’d love for you to take a moment to watch that before you do this […]
Continuing our Color Series with our brilliant orange focus on the muscles around the hips, this sunny routine shines light on lots of ways to open & extend our hip flexors. They tend to be chronically tight in most people for two reasons: sitting closes the hips, and we are forward-moving creatures who use our […]
What if we move in circular motions for an entire workout? My two favorite planets are orange – at least the way I remember them in my childhood science books – and my mind filled with creative motions when someone suggested orbital motions for this orange installment of our Color Series. Our bodies often only […]
Yeah, so this workout KILLED me almost dead, people! I was laying on the floor in a sweaty puddle by the end, so be warned: start with light weights, and set your ego aside like I did halfway through this vibrant workout that will build your muscular endurance with movements that go over and under […]
Invite your children to join me and SadieBell on a fit, fun exploration of opposite movements. We will go fast and slow. We will pretend to be short and tall. The orangey options are endless, and we hope your family comes up with even more to do on your own! By clicking play on this […]
Learn some simple footwork while getting a fun, short cardio workout on your trampoline at home. This is the perfect routine to do BEFORE our “Rebound Cardio” series because it teaches the basics, helps you tune into your core and pelvic floor, and gets your heart rate up without a lot of impact. With bouncing […]
Our bodies have been through a lot. We feel all of it physically, not just mentally. While putting together “Comforting The Core: Moving Through Miscarriage & Infant Loss,” I studied how people move when grieving, and I began planning the series of intuitive movements for grief that you’ll find in this routine. The first half […]
They handed me two wooden drumsticks and a permanent marker. Then they told me to write what I was fighting for on each one. I wasn’t sure where to start, so I wrote my children’s names on them. Then the music started, and I lost myself in the rhythm and drumming. I knew I had […]
Whether your knees are naughty or not to you, taking them through these gentle ranges of motion before you sleep at night will strengthen the muscles around them and may help with restless legs. This routine starts standing, then seats you, and finishes with you laying down… perfect for bedtime! Equipment needed: A tennis-ball or […]
The bouncy ball routine we filmed called “Purple Passing” was such a hit — and so many people have told us it helped them break through mental barriers that were keeping them from exercise — I decided to film another version with a bigger ball! You’ll seriously enjoy how time flies when you’re concentrating on […]
What happens within your core when you hold a weighted object in one hand, and balance on the opposite foot? The answer: a whole lot of awesomesauce! But it’s not just about your belly. Balance work and loaded activities like weightlifting have both been shown to improve bone density better than medication at any age! […]
There’s a mystery in the place between your exhale and inhale. Holding space after your breath out, before your next breath in, offers an opportunity for greater core control. Explore the depths of your exhale in this basic low-pressure fitness routine that takes you through the first 8 level one hypopressives poses as taught by […]
Alright, alright… I’ll admit this now that I’m no longer in danger of being bullied for it: I’m a nerd. I have a degree in exercise and sport science, more fitness certifications than I have time to list at the moment (see them all here) and I could talk about brains and bodies all day. […]
When we polled our fans about the color red, many said “Red is for blood and redemption.” It was also so deep I didn’t know how to use it at first, but then I got inspired when I realized redeem means to rename. We have so many mean words for ourselves, our various body parts, […]
Normally, we don’t rush movement around here, because rushing can compromise the core and inhibit range of motion IF it’s not done thoughtfully and carefully. Maybe you’re ready for a little speed work? A little fast foot work that’s moderately challenging but not too much for your core? This cardio workout will give you a […]
Red is the color of blood. Stretching improves circulation to your tissues by lengthening and opening them. The most effective way to stretch your muscles is to lengthen them while also loading them, and the muscles of your pelvic floor are the same! Let’s breathe and stretch some space into your whole body! By clicking […]
The breath… Will I ever run out of ways to teach it? For sure not before this Color Series is done, because there are different ways to breathe for different places in your body, and colors match up with all of it! Since red is the color of your deep reproductive area, we explore breathing […]
Prepare to get a little red in the face during this smoking hot, bicep and butt burner! Don’t forget to breathe (or you’ll really be red-faced) so listen to my cues as we explore some new ranges of motion with various weightlifting props. I was a bit sore after filming this one, so be warned […]
This comforting 5-minute routine has just five easy movements that are meant to be done on or in bed at the end of days when you’re feeling tight and tired, want to ward off restless legs or arms, have some extra energy to burn before bed, or you didn’t manage a workout. You’ll love how […]
Let’s send some circulation to your crown by going upside down with several easy to moderate positions. Inversions are so beneficial for your body and mood. If you need a change of scenery, but you can’t get out of the house, turn your world upside down to turn your perspective around. Don’t worry, as long […]
Grab a bouncy ball and improve your passing and tossing skills while moving your whole body in fresh, challenging (yet simple) ways! For instance, we’ll be doing a side lunge while bouncing the ball, balancing while performing a simple toss, and stretching while moving the ball around. Purple is for your crown, and this routine […]
Pranayama is the Yoga term for the formal practice of breath control. Because purple is associated with the crown and headspace, this color’s breathing patterns are designed to increase blood flow to the mind, cranium and face. Click here to visit the entire Purple Color Series all in one place. No equipment needed. By clicking play […]
Did you know that your blood isn’t actually red? Inside your body, it’s more of a purplish-blue hue. Exercise makes your heart pump blood faster, and this gentle home workout video offers a combination of transverse-toning cardio and weights will leave you feeling heady, victorious and royal! Each move incorporates a “pump” of the deep […]
Load your bones AND mind (without turning purple) in this weightlifting workout that will press your muscles into better shape! By the way, yes, that’s a plank in the preview image, but don’t worry! You know you’ll be given options, but if you want to practice your plank progressions, click here. Unlike Purple Pump, this […]
Being on bedrest when you’re expecting a baby or recovering from an injury or surgery can be tough on your mental health, heart health, bone density, and fitness. Not only are you dealing with the physical and emotional changes of whatever situation you’re in, but you also have to find ways to avoid joint stiffness, […]
Have a ball while you catch some connections to a healthier heart and a brighter brain. Tossing, catching and bouncing a ball has been shown to ward off dementia and Alzheimers, and the rapid eye movement will improve your mood too! Don’t worry if you have to chase after you ball a few times because […]
We launched a podcast called Fit2B Radio several years ago. Since then, we’ve produced so many women’s health & fitness episodes with experts on the topics of diastasis recti, maternal mental health, perimenopause, labor and birth recovery, female sports and athletics, and more! Making it easy to find all those topics for those who want […]
Grab that book you’ve been reading (or meaning to read) and allow me to guide you softly through several gentle position changes as we read quietly to ourselves. We’ll simply swap how we’re sitting or laying every 1.5-2 minutes-ish, and I keep my cues to a minimum so that I’m not interrupting your reading with […]
I started rubbing my mother’s back as we sat together after our thanksgiving meal. She sighed and whispered “thank you” to me, and I pondered all the ways her body has served me and my three siblings + my dad over the years. Her spine has begun to shrink in response to 80 years of […]
Words and motion are intertwined in my mind. I was a writer first and a “worker outer” second. I literally went to college to be a political journalist, but exercise science called more loudly to my soul. Perhaps this is why quotes and poetry that contain a sense of ambulation and anatomy in motion really […]
This has to be the most depressing blog I’ve ever written here on Fit2B, but this mama’s sad story must be told. Our article on Taping Diatsasis Recti: How to Tape Separated Abs is currently in our top 10 ranked blogs, but it has several major blind spots: Access & Affordability. Many physical therapists have […]
Stay seated while still getting an amazing aerobic workout using your arms but not your legs. You’re going to love the upbeat music and the fun moves, all from the safety of your chair. We have a lot more chair workouts on Fit2B for you to explore if you’re in a season of needing pure […]
Here on Fit2B we provide a private support forum for our clients. It’s drama-free, full of helpful topics and discussions, and many authentic testimonies & stories about our diastasis aware workouts and courses get posted there. This one posted by Rachelle Nelson was literally a blog-length beauty of a pep talk, and she graciously allowed […]
If you’re feeling chunky and needing fitness in smaller chunks, this workout offers 5 portions of 5 exercises each that can be done in 5 minutes per chunk – similar to our 5×5 challenge course – but all in one routine that is designed to be easily chunked apart. With a variety of weight work […]
Ready to take it up a notch, build your lifting and sprinting skills, and tone that core all at the same time? Spin Cycling II is our third spinning workout released on Fit2B and it’s got everything you need for a full body workout… yep, even some arm work! You’re going to love the transverse […]
It’s been 9 years since we launched our own fitness channel on Roku, and we’ve added a lot to it since then. We have over 300 workouts on there, including our color series, prenatal and postnatal workouts, and more! We’re currently in the middle of a masssssive update, and all the “construction dust” is making […]
You’ve seen the dangling people doing acrobatics on silky scarves, and they make it look so easy. Even the most simple hanging poses look a little scary though, right? What if we start with the utter basics, no fancy dangles, and use the silks for support and simple stretches? Ah, now that would be the […]
Can you make your tongue look like a pickle? Can your roll your tongue? What do these abilities have to do with your core and pelvic floor? Well, as it turns out, a lot! One of our longtime members, Chris Church, joined us to share her interesting journey with tongue-tie and its connection to her […]
Have you ever been so tired, and you know you need to lift weights, but you don’t even want to get off the couch? What if you could start your weight workout right there? Lazy Weights is an idea that came to me when someone mentioned the card game “crazy eights” while I was sitting […]
🍑This peachy workout for your buns will perkify your posterior with ONE easy movement. As we repeat the motion, the variety of arm motions make this a {almost} full body workout that will bless your booty! It’s short, simple, effective, and only 10-minutes long! Once you learn the basic motion and the fun arm movements, […]
“Little by little. A little becomes a lot.” That’s the African proverb that LaToya Edwards quoted as her inspiration during our member spotlight with her. LaToya is an author and single mother to 4 boys. When her life took a traumatic turn a few years ago, she found herself dealing with adrenal fatigue. Although she’s […]
When we decided to focus a few podcast episodes on members with unique stories, Becky was high on my list. Please, if you need to feel a bit better about yourself and your body, give this episode a listen today. We laughed. We cried. We talked about our bodies and all the things they’ve been […]
No dumbbells? No official fitness props? No problem! If you don’t have traditional “hand weights” like kettle bells, or if you just want to explore other types of homemade weights, you’ll enjoy how FUN it is to learn how to lift a variety of objects in meaningful ways. Equipment Needed: This has to be the […]
Even as I help women get stronger, I can feel powerless sometimes. Just like you, I find myself wondering – in the midst of mind-numbing news constantly coming at us from around the globe – what can I do? What difference can I make when life feels so “out of control” and even dangerous? At […]
Dust off that indoor spin bike, hop on, and press play so we can warm up, add some load, climb some hills, and do some sprint drills. Then we’ll stretch at the end together. This awesome indoor cycling workout video also features some fun core choreography and hand motions in one of the songs. It […]
Did you know that many Fit2B routines are duplicates of what I teach in classes in my community? This particular workout was an 8-week series that I was blessed to lead at a local gym for women in recovery from substance use disorders. I came to that first class with a set of movements in […]
This fun foam rolling fitness routine will have you using your foam roller in unique ways that challenge your whole body in core-centered ways with exercises that take you from standing to bending, kneeling to sitting, sitting to supine! The ending is the most fun of all, but you’ll enjoy the tremendous variety throughout the […]
If you’ve dealt with a painful pubic bone – like you feel like there’s a knife in your crotch whenever you step over something – or a super sore lower back, aching hips, and feel like you can barely walk during pregnancy and beyond, then you need to give this show a listen. We brought […]
“So how does your business give back?” Someone asked me that recently. As I began telling that person all the things we have done, I realized that — thanks to being raised to not ‘toot my own horn’ and ‘not let the right hand know what the left hand is doing’ — I have never […]
Mermaid movements are a Fit2B fave, and this hip-loving routine strings a bunch of variations together to make one very delightful workout for your core and entire body. Wait, what if mermaids haven’t been your friend? Well, I bet you’ll find a few variations you CAN do in this routine, and then you can use […]
Only if you have dentist-related anxiety will you understand the level of vulnerability I am experiencing by sharing this moment with you. The mouth is an intimate area, and having mine worked on takes a lot of energy from me. I’ve learned to cope with my time in the dental chair the same way I […]
Before I dyed my hair 8 different colors over the course of 2 years for the Color Series Project here on Fit2B, I hadn’t spent a lot of time in salons. It can take HOURS to achieve a new color or even maintain a current one, and that means lots of sitting. My stylist knows […]
Have you been wanting to learn how to do pushups? This tutorial will help you make progress as it goes over arm, hand, and shoulder positioning, core awareness, alignment, and more! Like any motion – especially one that’s loaded with your own body weight – there’s a learning curve and practice is key. In fact, […]
What if you decide to look into having a tummy tuck? Does that mean you failed? Does it mean you were unable to fix your Diastasis Recti? What do you need to know if you’ve truly exhausted all your options? Do you even need to ‘exhaust’ all your options? Meet Lauren. She’s a member of […]
Looking for all the little things from the top of your head to the tip of your toes? Need something quick to just hit all the high points, connect to your core, and get moving in some meaningful ways? You’ll find it all right here in this short routine. However, please note a little error […]
Two situations from two totally different arenas of my life put the Body Mass Index (BMI) on my radar last week: My son’s homework assignment and a very sad client dealing with discrimination from her insurance program. Weight loss is a very personalized path for everyone, and Fit2B has helped thousands of people with managing […]
If you have diastasis rectus abdominus (DRA) you will hopefully feel reassured to know that more and more is being learned all the time. The science isn’t settled, and those of us who work deeply in the trenches (pun intended) of this topic never get tired of studying and discussing it. Here are some new […]
Tabata is a style of workout that offers a a variety of exercises within a timed framework that provides a manageable level of interval training. If you want to learn more about Tabata and the country that created it, visit our Exercise Around The World course here. In this workout, we’re going to do just […]
Have you ever eyeballed your stairs at home and wondered if you could use them for a workout? Maybe you’ve even walked or jogged up and down them a few times – or tried a few jumps – but then you weren’t sure about safety, or you got bored of endless stair laps. Maybe your […]
How good are you at doing Kegels? Do you know how often pelvic floor exercises should be done? How to do a proper Kegel? Myra Robson is a pelvic health physiotherapist working for the NHS in London, the co-creator of the Squeezy App, and co-founder of the physiotherapy-led campaign group, Pelvic Roar. That’s actually where […]
Got stairs? Want to sneak in some stretches on your way up and down? Feeling so tired you’d like to just sit down at the top and slide down? This routine was created by me on a day like that. I had made umpteen trips up and down my stairs, and one point I just […]
Raise your hand if you’ve been forced to change your habits and routines drastically since 2020… I’m with you! Now raise your hand if the way you workout has also changed, and you’ve struggled to make fitness a habit again. Maybe you went from heading to the gym right after dropping kids off at school […]
Whenever he’d see someone limping, my grandpa would say that person had “a hitch in their git along.” If you’ve got a hitch in the front or back of your hips, or your lumbar spine (lower back) feels unhappy for some unknown reason, this routine may bring a lot of relief. Mad muscles don’t just […]
This total body workout will bounce you to better fitness with fun choreography and music! It’s rated “C” for Challenging because it’s full of big bounces, fun footwork, and multipoint motions. If you’re not sure whether your core and pelvic floor are ready for this, I recommend you complete the following routines first: 5 Minute […]
You know those stray pool noodles that kick around your garage or yard long after your kids are done with their summertime swimming? Let’s grab one to improve your core + upper and lower body mobility between now and next summer! My kids got a lot of laughs out of me as I spent this […]
When I got my first job vacuuming the neighbors house as a kid, my dad sat me down several times to discuss budgeting. One concept he taught me was about using envelopes to segment my earnings into saving, giving, and spending. I would put a dollar in giving, a dollar in saving, and the rest […]
While it’s technically impossible for the pelvis itself to be “unstable,” the muscles surrounding it and supporting it can get really out of kilter, so that it sure FEELS that way which really messes with our minds and pelvic floor muscles. Let’s join Kelly, LPT and founder of The Tummy Team online core rehab programs, […]
Here in America, the founding families of Fit2B celebrate Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of each November. Everyone has their own traditions, but ours include gathering with loved ones, enjoying a feast, going for a walk with full bellies, and playing games. Social media tends to fill up with thankful posts and exercise challenges – […]
Got a BOSU at home? How about a big flat book + a firm pillow? Any balance board, vibrating platform – someone even mentioned a skateboard – anything you think is safe for you could potentially serve as your version of a prop for this slow yet thorough full-body, balance-building routine! There’s so much we […]
Learn a flowing routine of exercises to soothe, stretch and strengthen your lower back so that your soreness goes away for good! When my husband was suffering with a sore lower back, I lovingly designed this comforting routine for him to strengthen, stabilize, and stretch his unhappy spots in gentle ways. Turns out he has […]
Learning how to do pull-ups and gaining the strength to do them is an ongoing “use it or lose it” journey. This routine will teach you 6 progressive steps to improve your ability to do a pull-up! When I was in middle school, like, maybe 6th grade, I could beat all the kids – even […]
So… this routine of pelvic rest exercises is super personal for me, and I have a lot to say about it. First, I’ve been where you are. If you’re needing this exercise video, it’s not because life is peachy right now, am I right? My story: I was put on pelvic rest for 6 weeks […]
I had never planned to learn how to workout with battle ropes at home until the day a friend offered some up for sale for $40 and I just knew I had to have them. It was right in the middle of April 2020 – so early lockdowns – and my daughter was with me […]
If you’re fortunate enough to find a set of battle ropes, then you’ll LOVE this quick standing arm and core workout that will tone your abs, shoulders, biceps and triceps! There are several interesting things to note in this routine: First, I’m barefoot. I have worked toward being able to do this for my […]
“On Friday, I did Rebound Cardio though I don’t have a rebounder so I turned it into a floor routine! And Quad Burn. I had a really stressful day… it really really helped to move my body.” -Melissa B. If your pelvic floor is ready for more, and you like to dance and bounce, then you’re […]
A tight muscle has trouble being a strong muscle. As we lay the foundation of strength in your core, we also need to open up those tight spots and loosen up any restrictions. We asked Kelly, founder of The Tummy Team, for her 5 favorite basic stretches that would benefit anyone making a fresh start, […]
Adding small, easy motions to the most basic core work in a seated position should be simple, right? What if it’s not easy because your abs need a minute? Don’t we all when we first wake up? Your core is waking up again, and this ab exercise routine for your transverse abdominus will help your […]
Learn some new strategies with internationally acclaimed physical therapist, Kelly Dean, who will be instructing you on the practice of involving the “floor of your core” in dynamic movements such as side steps, bounces, hops, side lunges, and jumping. Starting with easier movements and progressing gradually to harder & slightly more impactful levels, this pelvic […]
The 10 Newest Workout Releases! These new home exercise routines on Fit2B aren’t listed in any particular order of difficulty, but rather in order of editing and release. All of these qualify as Diastasis workouts, and the newest ones are near the top. For access to hundreds of home exercise videos here on Fit2B please […]
As the premier provider of workouts for Diastasis Recti since 2010, here at Fit2B we work hard to stay at the forefront of of the fitness industry when it comes to progressively loading your abs. You want to get stronger stomach muscles, and we want to help… but we can’t keep doing it the same […]
Find a comfortable place to sit, stand or lay down on your back while you learn how to connect to your core with different cues. You’ll be trying many different cues that you’ll hear in your future Fit2B workouts. While Beth teaches from a seated position, you are encouraged to test the core cues she […]
After missing my regular Pap smear due to lockdowns in 2020, having a close family member deal with colon issues, and feeling like something had “changed” in my pelvic floor, I went in for a full checkup in February 2021. My midwife who is also a naturopathic doctor and family physician checked every bit of […]
If you’re between the ages of 35-50 then you’re likely Perimenopausal, but don’t freak out. As I write this short blog, I’m 42 myself, and I’ve found so many things that are helping me manage the symptoms of perimenopause. Exercising consistently – not always intensely – should go with out saying. Exercise improves bone density […]
Use these editable graphics year round. Each one is different and fun! Don’t forget to share the blank one with your followers after you share your filled-in version. That way, they can screenshot it and easily make their own! We hope you’ll do one each month or each season.
The simple DIY tips in this free video will teach you how to quickly create a kettlebell weight to use in your home workouts. During our Winter Conference, Beth demonstrated to Chris and our participants how people who don’t have kettle bells at home can make their own by knotting sturdy bags a certain way. […]
15 Minutes or Less, 20 Minutes or Less, 25 Minutes or Less, 30 Minutes or Less, Cardio, Challenging Routines, color series, Core, Easy Routines, Lower Body, Medium Routines, No Props Required, Non-Yoga, Pathways, Postnatal, Relaxing, Stretching & Flexibility, TummySafe, Upper Body, Weights & Resistance, Workout Routines, Yoga
Color Series: Silver Home Workout Videos
The following “SILVER” workouts are the eighth and final installment in our Color Series of home workout videos, a 2-year project which uses color themes to explore the core, breath, and motion. I dyed my hair to match each part of the series, and I also provided cues, wore fun outfits, and set each stage in […]
Beth Learn, the founder of Fit2B, is a certified Level 1 Hypopressive Instructor who trained under Dr. Tamara Rial. The following 3 low-pressure “hypopressive” workouts were originally filmed on 3 separate occasions as part of our Color Series of home workout videos, which is why my hair is 3 different colors. However, the intent was […]
No matter where you are in your year (or life) this straightforward challenge will help you achieve 150 workouts. We have several free printables here that will help you reach your fitness goals. However, the #Fit2B150 Challenge was a member fave last year, so we thought we’d put a little more effort into promoting it […]
I’ll never forget this hands-on model of what five pounds of body fat looks like. It was on display at the fitness facility where I worked as an assistant manager before I had kids. Now, we all need healthy amounts of fat in our diets and on our bodies for many reasons, but what is it […]
At this time of year, it can feel like the whole world is shouting for my attention. However, all I want to do is keep my family healthy, stay connected to my loved ones and the real meaning of the season, maintain my fitness through the holidays, enjoy some peaceful downtime, and locate some pretty […]
There are five words that pertain to female health that all start with the letter ‘B’ which all need extra attention and motion, because these things connect to morbidity and mortality rates. That means that how we care for these five b-words may impact our risk of illness and early death. You and all your […]
What if relaxation is less than relaxing? What if you hate the word “relax” and what works for others doesn’t work for you? We recorded this podcast on the most stress-filled Tuesday, also known as Election Day. But don’t worry, we didn’t get political, and we DID offer two calming meditations right there in the […]
If you don’t want to waddle around, looking like you just got off a horse after you finish an indoor cycling workout at home, and you want to prevent injury, avoid chafing, protect your knees, then correctly setting up your home exercise bike is important! This short video will help you set up just about any […]
When dealing with a Diastasis Recti, making progress can be challenging. How do we know when to move forward in our workouts or perhaps step back and return to the basics? If someone is stuck in fear of making a progression forward, what signs can they watch for in their bodies to know how to proceed? What about people who are way ahead, doing challenging things that may not be wise for their abdominals?
10 Minutes or Less, 15 Minutes or Less, 20 Minutes or Less, 25 Minutes or Less, 30 Minutes or Less, 31 Minutes +, Cardio, Challenging Routines, color series, Easy Routines, Medium Routines, No Props Required, Pathways, Stretching & Flexibility, TummySafe, Weights & Resistance, Workout Routines, Yoga
Color Series: Pink Home Workout Videos
The following “PINK” workouts were the seventh installment in our Color Series of home workout videos which uses centralized themes of color to explore the core, breath, and motion. The Color Series was a 2-year project that was completed in January of 2021. It reflects 8 colors and contains almost 50 inspiring workouts. Now remember, this […]
Are you familiar with the growth-mindset practice of adding the words “right now” to the ending or beginning of sentences? For example, with more time at home due to governmental restrictions on activities, the following 2-2-2 fitness training plan is working for me right now. It keeps me exercising in purposeful, structured ways for 30 […]
If you don’t know what a pessary is, let’s start by saying it’s a quality-of-life-saving device, and in this episode of Fit2B Radio, we interview the maker of one: Gaynor Morgan started out as a nurse and invented a leading pessary called “Incostress” that stops incontinence and helps strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. Gaynor’s original […]
For many fitness-loving moms, getting back to working out regularly is a top post-pregnancy goal. Of course, we quickly realize just how much of our time and energy our sweet new baby demands, which generally means adjusting our movement goals accordingly. Done properly, the fitness benefits of babywearing are undeniable: Carrying loads improves your bone […]
We’re approaching October 1st, the day we opened our doors in 2010 after filming and building our home workout video website for 6 months. I’m doing a lot of reminiscing about our first 10 years as the world’s premiere provider of TummySafe Fitness (which means we offer pressure-reducing cues during every exercise that protect pelvic […]
My word for the year of 2020 was ‘observe,’ and wow did I ever get loads of opportunities to pay attention to changes in the world! Never before has the ability to workout at home been so valued. One day, while I was working out in my living room – practicing for a future Fit2B […]
If you’re exercising at home right now, you definitely want to learn how to safely set up a home circuit workout. The built-in accountability and variety are awesome, and you don’t need any equipment to get started! Here’s the basics: Essentially, you’re going to set up 8-10 stations around your home, and you’ll do one […]
When you don’t have gym access, you need to exercise at home or outdoors, and these all weather workout tips will help you stay consistent through all season. Consistency with exercising in ways that manage your abdominal doming in your closing Diastasis Recti truly matters more than intensity, so you need to be prepared. To help […]
What are Your Pelvic Floor and Deep Core Muscles? Your deep core muscles consist of four muscle groups including your pelvic floor, transversus abdominis, multifidus, and diaphragm. Pelvic floor muscles provide support for reproductive organs and allow voluntary control over our bowel and bladder. The transversus abdominal muscle, or transversus abdominis, is a deep, horizontal […]
10 Minutes or Less, 15 Minutes or Less, 20 Minutes or Less, 25 Minutes or Less, 30 Minutes or Less, 31 Minutes +, Cardio, Challenging Routines, color series, Easy Routines, Medium Routines, No Props Required, Pathways, Stretching & Flexibility, TummySafe, Weights & Resistance, Workout Routines, Yoga
Color Series: Green Home Workout Videos
The following green home workout videos are the sixth installment in our Color Series of home workout videos, a project designed to explore fitness around colorful themes that improve our connection to core, breath, and motion. Upon completion, The Color Series will reflect 8 colors and contain a total of 40-50 workouts. Prior to “The […]
Join licensed physical therapist Kelly Dean of The Tummy Team and award-winning master swimmer Kelly Dean for Kelly’s Lower Body Workout, a thorough diastasis-aware thigh workout that’s all standing, all tummysafe, and all fun + simplicity! She uses a chair to assist balance in some of the movements, and her cheerful professional cues will leave […]
We’d like to introduce you to Jahnea Lecouris, a vibrant dance instructor whom we know you’ll adore! If you have been wanting to dance, but you need to ease into the footwork – wow – do we have a treat for you!! Fit2B Members have begged us for a few dance workouts (but Beth is […]
With Kelly’s Standing Abs Workout, you don’t need to get on the floor to work your abdominals. The reality is that your core is very active in standing positions, and licensed physical therapist Kelly Dean of The Tummy Team will show you how to work your abs while standing up with this set of upright core […]
Diets are bad and fats are good. Seriously, that is what I believe. As a core fitness specialist and the founder of Fit2B, I’ve worked with thousands of people worldwide and observed the damage of diet rollercoasters and fat phobias. However, if you believe you have some “extra love” to lose, and you’re interested in a […]
According to the Mayo Clinic, Post–traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event. Psychology Today has reported multiple studies and research endeavors proving that exercise […]
More people are turning to gardening during these crazy times. However, as I learned while getting my degree in exercise and sport science, gardening doesn’t just yield plants. It also yields injuries if you’re not being mindful of how you move while digging, weeding, and harvesting. Here on Fit2B, we specialize in helping people with […]
If you have a work at home office, and sitting at your desk all day has you gaining weight, growing a bloated belly, maybe making your Diastasis Recti worse, and noticing tighter hip and back muscles, you’ll want to give serious thought to setting up a standing desk in your home office. You don’t need to […]
For this walking meditation: Find a place to recline on your bed or couch. Press play and get comfortable while the introduction to the track plays. Then let my voice guide you on a “pretend” walk. You will visualize how your body moves while walking, practice your alignment in your mind, and imagine the terrain […]
The following “blue” workouts are the fifth installment in our Color Series of home workout videos which is using centralized themes of color to explore the core, breath, and motion. Upon completion, The Color Series will reflect 8 colors and contain a total of 40-50 workouts. Prior to “The Blues” we have done: Purple Red […]
How should you exercise when you’re stuck at home trying to avoid a pandemic? What should you be aware of when looking for online workouts? How about setting up your own workouts at home? In this special episode of Fit2B Radio, Chris and Beth discuss appropriate exercise intensity levels, home workout options, and what to […]
Twin pregnancy and recovery is NOT the same as carrying and recovering from just one baby, and we found a women’s health physical therapist who has had twins herself to talk about it. Missy Gallow joins us in this 12 episode of Season 2 to discuss the nitty gritty of what being pregnant with multiples […]
In the 2008 Olympics, a volleyball player named Kerri Walsh Jennings won gold while wearing Kinesio Tape, which had been invented in the 1970s by Kenzo Kase, a chiropractor in Japan. Suddenly, the concept of taping trouble spots went mainstream, but using tape on tummies with Diastasis Recti has only recently gained attention. In this […]
People with Diastasis Recti have more non-surgical treatment options now than ever before. However, surgery is still needed and wanted sometimes, so what should you know if you’re considering this invasive option. Coach Lisa Ryan joined us to share her story in this podcast about how she loved her belly and explored every option for […]
If your abs make weird shapes when you sit up, lean back, or do crunches, that can tell you a lot about your core. Doming can be a physical sign of abdominal separation and dysfunction, but does doming equal Diastasis Recti every time it happens? Here’s a video with my thoughts on bellies that dome, […]
Life isn’t easy, and it’s okay to talk about the hard times. As fitness professionals whose lives have “built in” workouts, we still have to choose to press through tough days, but what about the work at home mom who is struggling to keep her head above water with kids, paying bills, staying married, illness, […]
Here at Fit2B we provide subscription access to over 300 home workout videos, and our prop list of optional exercise isn’t expensive. We realize most people don’t have a lot of extra money to buy fitness gear they will only use for a little while, so we get creative with what you probably already have […]
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a hotly debated topic. It has benefits and risks, and we found a very interesting person to discuss all of that with: Katie Taylor, founder of The Latte Lounge and daughter of an eminent breast cancer surgeon, Professor Michael Baum. Katie recently went to Westminster with some of her colleagues, […]
Straight up, I’m not a runner, but I have trained a lot of clients who thrive better when they can run. It’s a sad day for many women when they try to return to running after having a baby, only to discover it doesn’t feel right: their bladders may leak, their abs may pooch out […]
If a hernia is a hole in the muscles while Diastasis Recti is a thinning and stretching of the fascia, what does a woman do when she has both during pregnancy? What if surgery has already been done because the hernia existed in childhood? How does a person proceed forward in fitness when surgery isn’t […]
10 Minutes or Less, 15 Minutes or Less, 20 Minutes or Less, 25 Minutes or Less, Blog, Cardio, Challenging Routines, color series, Diastasis Recti, Easy Routines, Lower Body, Medium Routines, No Props Required, Non-Yoga, Pelvic Floor, Postnatal, Relaxing, Stretching & Flexibility, TummySafe, Upper Body, Weights & Resistance, Workout Routines, Yoga
Color Series: Black Home Exercise Workouts
The following “black” workouts are the fourth installment in our Color Series of home workout videos which is exploring breath and motion around central themes. Upon completion, The Color Series will reflect 8 colors and contain a total of 40-50 workouts. For extra fun, I’m dressing and dying my hair to match each color! Purple […]
Have you heard about low pressure fitness? We recorded a podcast about hypopressives in season 1 of Fit2B Radio, and now we’re back to talk about this breathing exercise more in depth. Beth is now Level 1 certified, and she is joined by Dr. Tamara Rial, founder of Low Pressure Fitness. Be sure you watch […]
I have always thought that mothers who give birth prematurely are given just as good care as their babies while they’re both recovering after delivery. I was wrong. I am grateful that preemie babies receive such excellent neonatal care in my country (for the most part) but — the world over — we have a […]
What if “working out” isn’t the only way to exercise, move your tissues, and strengthen your body? Moving tissues beyond exercise is easier than you think! When we go beyond thinking of movement as exercise that repetitively shifts one or several parts of our body from one spot to another and we start to look for […]
We know that people deal with “brittle bone disease” as they age, but why do females have it worse? Why are women more likely to die from complications due to osteoporosis than breast cancer?? Our bones frame every motion of our daily lives. They make our blood, and they’re storehouses for calcium and other minerals. […]
When I surveyed our fans on Instagram to ask what ORANGE means to them, just like the rest of The Color Series so far, I received a huge variety of answers: Autumn, shelter, caution, hunter safety, optimism, caution cones, pumpkins, warmth, happiness, the orange fruit, Vitamin C, showing off, beauty, wealth, endurance, strength, the value […]
Core strength impacts the voice AND you can also use your voice to improve your core strength!? This mind-blowing episode with Dr. Susan Clinton, founder of Embody Physiotherapy & Wellness, will teach you ways to connect your talking to the tone of your pelvic floor and more! She has a very unique and internationally known […]
Diastasis Rectus Abdominus is finally getting some of the attention it deserves in the wide world, and people are learning that — while Diastasis Recti is very treatable — it can be part of a domino effect in core dysfunction and your abdominal appearance. For some people, their diastasis may be deep and wide enough […]
Urgency of mind and body are connected. The frequent need to pee without being to go very much is called urge incontinence. The urges our mind has to act in our own self-interest are sometimes called temptations. The stress in our over-scheduled lives can play into both of those – bladder and battles of all […]
Two of my immediate family members have recently had major heart issues, so recent scientific news about women’s health has grabbed my attention. Exercise is a regular part of my life, though, so I shouldn’t have to worry about it, right? Well, friends, I’ve never been one to rest on my laurels, so let’s talk […]
Aging is happening right now to you and me. Can our exercise reverse some of the effects of aging? If we workout WITH people, do we get more out of our motions? How can we help people who are already suffering from lack of motion in their senior years? Patrice Hazan, physical therapist and founder […]
When you’re looking for extra energy to improve your workout or just to get through a slumpy afternoon, it’s easy to crack open a can of carbonated caffeine. Let’s take a look at energy drinks and your core. Some people are sensitive to certain ingredients. If you have a history of core weakness, injury, or […]
Welcome to Season 2 of Fit2B Radio. In this first episode, we open the show back up with a chat about our theme for this season: biopsychosocial fitness. We will have a wide variety of guests covering topics that all dovetail into one larger conversation about how our biology, psychology, and sociology (and even spitituality) […]
Cartoon images were popular when Fit2B launched in 2010, so our original logo was a gal we called “Molly.” She is still represented on our Roku Channel, and we had some cartoons drawn (scroll down) of her everyday life to remind all of us that we aren’t alone on our fitness journeys. Molly looks a […]
My friends are always confessing their missed workouts to me. They say things like, “I haven’t exercised all week!” Not only do I not keep track of the exercise habits of my friends, sometimes they baffle me when they say things like that while we are paddleboarding or picking berries together. It’s like there’s this […]
Pain is the first thing many people think of when they hear the words, “Listen to your body.” What if you have a high pain threshold, though, so you tend to get injured a lot because you don’t feel pain until you’re torn apart? Or what if you have a super low pain threshold, so […]
When an incision is made in your belly for any type of surgery — Cesarean, appendectomy, hernia mesh installment, hysterectomy, etc. — the nerves in that area are left somewhat exposed by the remaining scar, and the area can be uncomfortable or numb for years to come. When you have a c-section scar on your […]
What’s the story behind our Color Series? Designing home workouts around central themes of color began with an innocent question over dinner when I was 38. We were on a business retreat with our spouses, and my business partner, Chris, asked me if I thought I would still be doing this when I turned 40 […]
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Color Series: Red Home Exercise Videos
When I surveyed our fans on Instagram to ask what RED means to them, I received a huge variety of answers: Passion, fire, danger, pledging to stay drug-free, safety, caution, anger, HIV awareness, hearts, fire trucks, poppies, robin breasts, love, and blood. It’s a color that evokes strong – sometimes conflicting – feelings, and it […]
Raise your hand if you remember eating homemade popsicles too quickly, getting brain freeze, then conning your little sister out of hers because Mom said you could only have one. Was that middle part just me? Oh, I was such a naughty child, but here I am: trying to be a good mom by making […]
… Now 21 ToneUp has a friend! The time will fly during this full body workout that explores 7 exercises done for 1 minute each for 4 rounds. If you loved 21 ToneUp and you’re ready for a more lengthy workout + more challenging exercises, well, get ready to get your sweat on! This home […]
So how might hypopressives help diastasis rectus abdominus? During the training, we got to see two ultrasounds done in real time. One was on Dr. Tamara as she performed various hypopressives in supine, kneeling, and all-fours positions. She did not have diastasis, and her linea alba held strong with every breath-hold (apnea). Then a course […]
Birthing a baby takes strength, power, resilience, and awareness, regardless of the method of delivery. I’ll add flexibility to that list because, no matter how you plan for your birth to go, so many factors are in play — between you, the baby, the birth environment, your support team, and your access to additional resources […]
Members asked for a basic weight training video for children, and this is our answer: Sadie and I partnered to teach kids how to breathe, align, and have fun while lifting some easy weights. This isn’t about helping kids bulk up or trim down. This is about learning form and technique that will improve coordination […]
July is International Diastasis Recti Awareness Month. Since we provide home fitness workouts and education that specifically address abdominal and pelvic health for women here on Fit2B, we are always participating. We’d also like to introduce you to a few other key players who work in the trenches of torn-apart tummies with us. While Fit2B […]
Taking TummySafe Fitness to the Global Stage It was my immense honor {and lots of fun} to speak at Woman On Fire, a global event for womens health professionals put on in Brighton UK by Burrell Education in April, 2019. My presentations covered two topics: Authentic Puberty: Raising Girls Who Get It, based on my […]
What were your favorite episodes from Season 1 of Fit2B Radio? Join us as we discuss our awesome guests and the wild ride of podcasting. We’ll also drop a couple spoilers about Season 2 which will launch in September, 2019 with an all new cast of guests and topics related to women’s health, fitness, core, […]
Every day I talk to women all over the world who want — not just to tone or flatten their tummies — but to fully heal their cores with the right exercises for diastasis recti. Occasionally, someone will detail their journey in writing to me like T.A. has done here. I am sharing her story […]
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Color Series: Purple
“I’m going to dye my hair a bunch of different colors when I turn 40 and film a bunch of colorful workouts to go with them,” is what I told my friends a couple years ago. I kept my word, and here are the first PURPLE workouts in the new FIt2B Color Series!
What is “tummysafe fitness” for diastasis recti? It means that every exercise reinforces and increases your core strength without involving any crunches or crunch-like motions, unmodified planks, jack-knifing motions, or sit-ups while you’re first returning to fitness. It was originally coined by my colleague and good friend, Kelly Dean of The Tummy Team, whose core […]
Many doctors, physical therapists, personal trainers, and group fitness instructors MISSING and MIS-DIAGNOSING this common abdominal issue.
It’s a condition that affects bladders in big ways, but would you know how to recognize it and seek help? Nicole Cozean is a women’s health PT and author of the book, The Interstitial Cystitis Solution, treating both men and women at Pelvic Sanity which is her clinic in California. In this enlightening episode we […]
If the midline of your abs has thinned and separated, you need to mind that gap and change how you workout at the gym while you resolve that diastasis recti.
Does wrapping your belly with a postpartum abdominal splint weaken or strengthen your core?
You know exercise improves heart health, but why? And is it just cardio that does the trick? What about weightlifting? This episode has the sweetest info on female heart health, and we’re pretty sure that listening to it (and using our home workout videos) will lower your blood pressure a tad as one of our […]
Featuring Kathryn Brunner of Musik At Home Crunches are always the first thing blurted when I ask random people how they believe their abs work — which means my work isn’t done yet — however, the deep abdominal muscles of your core perform hundreds of actions all day long. Your abs help you breathe, stand […]
What does weight loss have to do with diastasis recti? How does weight loss impact our bodies and minds? What is the best diet? Is dieting even all that great? Let’s talk about allll that, including the difference between fad diets and good diets (if there are any) and how to form healthy habits for […]
Fit2B is a family-friendly fitness site that specializes in workouts for a little-known issue called diastasis recti that can make the two sides of your abs feel as if they’re in separate zip codes. Diastasis rectus abdominis is actually a major symptom that often shows up as part of a vicious cycle of core weakness […]
by Gillian Sukachevin, MSPT Sexual dysfunction is painful, disruptive and debilitating in so many ways and can arise from many different issues. But think about it. Even if you don’t have a debilitating condition, who wants just so-so sex? Sex is supposed to be something amazing—-something we look forward to. A simple weakness in one […]
Birth recovery often involves dealing with issues that are difficult to discuss and address: Bladder weakness. Scar tissue. Prolapse. Painful intercourse. Diastasis Recti. Lynn Schulte is the founder of The Institute For Birth Healing where she is training practitioners in a unique style of “hands on” treatments. In this podcast you’ll learn some very interesting […]
I love baths, especially ones containing about 4-6 cups of epsom salts. I also enjoy stretching. Many moons ago, I figured out that I could fit quite a few stretches into bathtubs big and small. We’re already warmed up. We’re already relaxed. Why not grab a leg and ungrip some muscles? Of course, I keep […]
We pride ourselves on being a very modest and family-friendly workout site here at Fit2B Studio. After all, we want to encourage women, not intimidate them. You will never see breasts or bum-crack hanging out of our clothes, but sometimes we do need to devote some time to discussing those body parts. The pectoral muscles run […]
Do you feel like you’re fighting with calves that are “too big” for those you boots you want to wear? Did you gain weight and then lose it, only to have your lower legs remain larger than before? When you lift weights, do your calves bulk up really easily? “I find it hard to find […]
What defines weightlifting? Must it be done at a gym, or can it be done more than adequately at home? What are some considerations for core dysfunctions such as diastasis recti or prolapse? The co-founders of Fit2B answer all this plus banter about their favorite tips and techniques in this informative episode. Join Fit2B today! […]
This amazing sweat session with Beth includes 7 different exercises done in the Tabata tradition which hails from Japan. Each exercise is done for 20 seconds at a time with 10 seconds of rest in between for 8 rounds with a 1 minute rest before starting the next exercise. Within the repetitions, you are provided […]
Do you or someone you know have issues with incontinence during daily life activities? Then this post is for you. There is hope, friends. Just because it’s common for women who’ve had children to leak some pee when they cough, laugh hard, make love, or jog to catch up with a runaway toddler, THAT […]
It started in our private member forum one day with a hilarious comment from a longtime Fit2B customer whose enjoyed our home exercise videos for diastasis recti for years. She was checking in with a comment about her workout that day on our weekly challenge thread. She said something about how she knew she was […]
What should you look for in a GOOD physical therapist? What can you expect at the first appointment? Yes, we have briefly discussed physiotherapy (physical therapy in the States) on this podcast many times – because we interview a lot of them – but this an entire episode devoted to helping you find the BEST […]
Once again, I’m slightly irked at people who post pictures of stacks of books they plan to read along with lengthy literary lists. Life just isn’t like that. I take my books one at a time, as I’m in the mood, circling back to old favorites, and keeping my “plan to read” list very short. […]
Filmed in the Autumn of 2018 – thus the happy bat and fall foliage on the fireplace mantel – this full body workout routine will elevate your abdominals’ game. As we go through this Yoga flow, we add some gentle transverse pulses to key positions. You’ll find your core in new ways! Isn’t it amazing […]
What fitness goal would you reach for if you could eliminate all of your current physical, financial, mental, or emotional barriers and do ANYTHING? Forget the fact that this is a Tummy Safe™ fitness site, and that you may have a diastasis. Put EVERY injury, every ache, every pain aside for a moment and write down […]
Hypopressives are currently trending in the world of core training and pelvic floor rehab, but what are they? They’re more than a stomach vacuum. They’re definitely low pressure fitness for the abs. Finding out how to do them is hard, though, so we invited previous Fit2B Radio guest expert, Kim Vopni, the Vagina Coach, back […]
If you work with people who are dealing with diastasis recti and other symptoms of core dysfunction, you need to understand their fitness choices. Even more importantly, if you are a fitness instructor, personal trainer, physical therapist, body worker, chiropractor, or anyone who prescribes exercises of any sort, you need to know how to teach […]
The children were nestled all snug in their beds on a quiet night in December when I first watched this video from The Tummy Team about the pain of wrapping gifts. Turns out this simple task may require some technique to protect a tummy with diastasis recti, or a core that’s just given birth, or older […]
What if shoes protect us a little too much? What if they shape us more than we realize? What if less is more when it comes to footwear? Join us as we interview the founder of Unshoes, Terral Fox, and discuss how footwear affects our gait, alignment, sensory input, and how our feet affect the […]
Okay, so this was supposed to be a 5-minute foam rolling routine, but I got a little carried away (as usual) because I got a new idea while filming! I’m so excited about all these soothing motions, and I can’t wait for you to try it! Learn how a small roll can serve in this […]
As we talk about all things fitness, core and diastasis recti-related here on Fit2B Radio, we also want to discuss the evidence. What does the research say? Grainne Donnelly, also known as Absolute Physio, has such a beautiful way of interpreting all the research on our abs, making it understandable and applicable. She joined us […]
You’ve seen the studies on all the so-called benefits of exercise, but perhaps those things don’t apply to you. I mean, does exercising even actually do all that stuff? It could all just be propaganda from the fitness industry trying to sell you another dumbbell. Maybe you don’t need no stinkin’ exercise! We work with […]
A belly is a sensitive thing. Talking about it, touching it, assessing it for diastasis recti … all of that nudges at a woman’s emotional, spiritual, and physical core. For every gal who wants to flaunt her flat abs n a bikini there are many more who would rather cover up, and not just for reasons […]
How does a core specialist deal with a cancer diagnosis? Mary Vidal is a registered Yoga teacher and personal trainer who got the worst news while alone, and she was gracious enough to let us interview her about her experience. Did she exercise through it? Meditate more? How did she tell her family? How did […]
Get active with 20-week pregnant Danielle as she guides you through a prenatal practice with lots of breath and movement. This beautiful medium-level Yoga routine is suitable for those who have maintained their practice throughout pregnancy with no pelvic pain. Flow joyfully with your bump knowing that bubba is made beautifully with love.This workout is provided to […]
Break out of the “linear” box of motion and learn how to use your stretchy exercise bands for circular motions. In this total body routine that gradually builds the workload, we also play with tying knots in them to make a circle of resistance! You’re going to be delighted at several new motions you’ll be […]
We usually stick to female core fitness here on Fit2B Radio, but males deal with core dysfunction and pelvic pain, too! We asked Dr. Susie Gronski, author of Pelvic Pain: The Ultimate Cock Block, to be a guest on our show and discuss what guys need to know about their pelvic floor. Dr. Susie Gronski is […]
While we provide over 300 diastasis aware workouts here on Fit2B, including full body home exercise videos for all ages and abilities, we still think walking is pretty much the best. According to biomechanist Katy Bowman, author of Move Your DNA, walking naturally lengthens and strengthens every muscle in your core. It’s great for your […]
A long time ago, in a poorly-lit room far away, with a cheap microphone we could barely afford, we filmed the first version of this routine. The audio was scratchy. My hair was long. The lights came from the garage. We cobbled together those first few Fit2B routines on prayers and tight budgets. Now, look […]
I take hot Epsom salt baths every week for several reasons, only one of which is quiet time to myself. It’s so nice to be able to tell the kids, “I’m in the bath right now, so please go find the parent who has clothes on, and he’ll help you with that.” From both mental […]
How is regenerative medicine helping moms and athletes and athletic parents and active baby boomers? What might a naturopath & chiropractor have to say about stem cell injections and platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy? Well, if he’s the doc who did Beth’s prolotherapy dextrose injections around her herniated disc to keep her moving leading up […]
Do your children like to meow like cats and bark like dogs? What kid doesn’t like to act like an animal? Yes, this behavior can be annoying in certain venues (church, funerals, Great Aunt Ruth’s hospital room, etc.) but acting like an animal is also EXERCISE! This simple home exercise will help your children get […]
Traveling can disrupt the most avid exerciser’s routine. Being in a car or airplane for any length of time involves lots of sitting, and long journeys can leave you with sore, tight muscles. I enjoy finding creative ways to exercise on the road (or in the air) on my way to various events, so here […]
You know all that tension in your chest and thighs? Let’s release those tight places with a full body Yoga workout designed to open your hamstrings and heart-center. You’ll finish this full-length routine feeling relaxed, lengthened, blessed, and released. No props are required, but you may want to have a blanket on hand for the […]
Remember that time we did a podcast from a car, and we talked about our first 8 years because it was our anniversary of launching Fit2B Studio? Oh wait, that’s this episode! Haha! Join us for a wild ride – literally – as we discuss traveling exercises, the effects of travel on the body, and […]
What factors feed into a successful, consistent exercise plan? I’ve had a print copy of John R. Wooden’s Pyramid of Success since my second year in college at OSU where I received my bachelor’s degree in Exercise & Sport Science. It was handed out to me one sleepy morning in the lecture hall of my […]
So many exercises and poses have names that come from sailing, water, fish, and boats! Join us for this fun maritime-themed routine that will put a smile on the face of every child, young and old. Sadie made her debut in Fit2B routines when she was just a toddler, and out of all the children […]
As we head into the year’s biggest giving season, I’ve been pondering wellness and fitness gifts again. I want to give in ways that nourish whole beings: heart, soul, mind, and strength. Actually, this article was originally written for Christmas, but there are many reasons to engage in giving year-round, so I figured it was […]
We almost called it “The One About Borborygmas” because that’s the sound our colons make as they process poop which is really the focus of this whole episode — that is, how it impacts our cores. One of our very favorite pelvic floor physios, Michelle Lyons, is back to discuss how the pooping process {or […]
If you’ve never done aerobics before, have no fear. Bethany keeps the queues simple during these two short cardio workouts. The word “basic” in these videos means that the footwork and cueing is relatively simple compared to more advanced aerobics routines we have filmed, however these multi-joint moves are engaging! Please read more notes under […]
If only there was a magic formula for recovering moms right after they have their baby? Oh wait, there might just be one! This show’s guest, Leah Outten, has birthed 5 babies and loves to encourage women through their postpartum recovery. She is the founder of The Grace Bond, and she has so many wonderful […]
What role does Pilates play in fixing dysfunctional cores? Does it help or hurt the process of narrowing a diastasis rectus abdominus? Carolyne Anthony is the founder of The Center For Women’s Fitness, and she has some very clear thoughts to share on what diastasis is, how it happens, how it can be prevented. Having […]
Squatting is thought by some to be one of the simplest way to work your abdominal muscles, lower body, whole core, and legs PLUS your pelvic floor BUTT (mispelling intended since squats work your glutes) many people do them wrong and approach them with poor strategies. If you squat poorly, you may not get the […]
Beth had a disc replaced just 2 days after Jill had a hip replacement. That’s right: Fitness doesn’t save us from problems. Even the strongest bodies must cope with injuries, so how do fitness professionals handle deteriorating joints? How did we decide we needed surgery? How did we pursue recovery? Where are we 9 months […]
Infants can spend up to 11-12 hours per day feeding by bottle or breast. This calm, beautiful exercise video we filmed with pelvic floor physiotherapist, Gillian Sukachevin, discusses alignment beneficial to a healing core and takes you through many arm exercises. Once you have watched the video, you can begin it again at 2:50 where […]
Do you notice your workouts suffering every month around your period? Do you feel frustrated when PMS seems to derail your fitness for a week because of sudden low energy, belly bloating, and less motivation to exercise? What if I told you that trusting your cycle is the key to unlocking your personal workout plan […]
It can be a divisive touchy subject, but “the pill” does have side effects that impact female fitness, energy levels, connective tissue integrity, and gut health. So we found someone who can talk objectively about the evidence for and against chemical birth control options while offering hope and practical advice. Nicole Buratti is a Lifestyle […]
Research studies have proven over and over how being part of a group can bolster your fitness success. For example, this 2017 study by Yorks et al involved stressed-out medical students. It showed that participation in regular group fitness classes led to an increase in physical, mental, and emotional quality of life compared with exercising […]
Hysterectomies… the word alone is enough to make some shudder while others get excited at the thought of no more periods. How simple are they? What’s the recovery like? Are there alternative treatments when endometriosis or leaky bladder is the reason for considering one? And what happens to the cervix? Women need to ask more […]
Hey Mama, If you are falling apart then it’s time for a hard reset. You know, like when you hold down all the buttons to power down your phone and leave it off for a few minutes so all the things can reboot? Yeah, because moms need breaks too. We can “run a lot of apps,” […]
Does a good rhythm make you want to move, tap your foot, swing your hips? Did you know that combining learning with music and movement improves our memory of that information or experience? What about how core strength (or lack thereof due to diastasis recti) impacts the mechanics of making music? This interview with Kathryn […]
When my husband was hospitalized overnight for severe abdominal pain and given all the tests: MRI, CAT, X-ray … but told it was in his head and pronounced healthy because nothing could explain his nausea, lethargy, loss of appetite, and constant, grinding discomfort, we didn’t give up. He wasn’t healthy, and he was also experiencing […]
She told herself she’d never open a private studio. Now she runs a hugely successful female-focused gym in New York. She was told she couldn’t grow her business if she had another baby. She was told many things about female fitness that she no longer believes, and she continues to fight those lies every day. […]
As I wrap up this 5-blog series on dealing with plateaus in fixing diastasis rectus abdominus (DRA), two things have been a recurring theme: Time and Consistency. Unfortunately, we impatient humans want everything our way, right away with extra pickles, no tomatoes, hold the mayo, right? However, narrowing a diastasis (and getting it to stay that way) requires […]
What might a certified aromatherapist and former owner of an essential oil lab and manufacturing company have to say about the impact of essential oils upon exercise? What are the risks of using EO’s while working out? Which ones help with muscle soreness? Kayla Fioravanti of Ology Essentials is also the author of the Art, […]
Is exercising regularly challenging for you due to chronic pain and low energy? Are you trying to workout with sickness like Hashimotos, endometriosis, lupus/SLE, thyroid imbalance, MS, adrenal fatigue, SPD, or another condition that means mainstream workouts could leave you exhausted for days? The gentle, progressive approach to fitness that I teach here on Fit2B […]
Hands down, Heba is the most interesting, bias-shattering guest we’ve had, and you can bet we’ll have her back! She is completely unafraid to tell it like it is, so we went there. Oh, we so went there because, friends, POP affects people globally, from all backgrounds, regardless of their beliefs, culture, sexuality, etc. Seriously, […]
If you’ve done our 4 basic aerobics routines, starting with these two here, and you’re ready to add a little more choreography and bigger motions to your cardio repertoire, then this floor aerobics workout is your next favorite routine! You’ll be grapevining, squatting, twisting and do a little cha-cha too! This workout is rated […]
This blog about how your feelings and moods can have a huge affect on the speed of your healing from various injuries and issues — not just DRA — is actually the third installment in a 4-part series called The Unclosed Core that was originally published in 2015. I’ve been writing and praying this will offer hope to those […]
Many issues women deal with can be traced back to their exercise and nutrition habits during their adolescence. Young female athletes face many challenges, especially if they are in “aesthetic” sports like gymnastics or dance where weight is queen and body image issues abound. Enter Dr. Julie Granger, author of “Fueled And Fabulous: The Girl Athlete’s […]
If you have diastasis recti, can you keep paddleboarding? Rowing? Climbing? We field a lot of questions about fitness sports people can enjoy with diastasis recti. While some see a diagnosis of diastasis recti as a time to stop moving completely, here at Fit2B we believe that once you have done core rehab with a […]
Squats are more than squats, and this short podcast is FULL of super squatting info. We used to think they were simple: Just drop down, hover for a moment, and then stand back up again, right? Yeah, but how do they impact our daily life? How can we do more of them naturally? How can […]
Sore pubic bones are very common in women who are pregnant or recently given birth. This is because the bones stretch apart to make room for the baby to come out. Sometimes, the bones do “too good of a job” at widening, and if your core muscles are weak as well, then your pelvis will […]
It’s hard enough to not have your core muscles working well for you, let alone your ears. Closed captioning isn’t just for the deaf and hard-of-hearing, though, it’s also for parents who want to workout quietly while their children take naps. It’s for those midnight feeding sessions where you need our Neck Routine while nursing […]
Is there a difference between masculine and feminine energies in fitness? In how we approach parenting, running a business, getting better when we’re sick, and facing life? Dr. Lisa Holland has worked as a pelvic floor physical therapist and business mentor for years, and she loves to talk about “curvy hustle.” She believes that the […]
Continuing our flashback of “The Unclosed Core” series, we thought you would appreciate this updated blog with current information that will encourage you to persevere. In Part One of this 4-part series, I introduced our general topic of “hope for when that diastasis recti will not close.” In Part Three, I will discuss “How Your […]
Yoga is perhaps the only style of mainstream exercise that holds space for the spiritual aspect of wellness. In this episode, we go deep with one of the lead trainers of Holy Yoga. Christina Mroz and Beth first connected when they were both seeking to understand the ramifications of diastasis recti and other symptoms of […]
“Can I do planks if I have diastasis recti?” It’s one of the most common questions we receive here on Fit2B where we provide tummysafe workouts that cater to those dealing with separated abs. With planks being a popular default core exercise, and plank challenges constantly circling social media, people want to know: can I […]
What is is like to deliver babies without electricity in Amish country? Are these women who have so many babies stronger than most? Do they recover quicker? In this podcast, we interview the author of “A Midwife In Amish Country” to learn about stigmas in birth, dysfunctional labor, and core rehab in quiet communities. What […]
If you’re wanting to learn how to do planks safely and with good technique WITHOUT redamaging your diastasis recti, this 4-part video is what you need! It’s designed to start you with the most basic concepts of planking, encourage you to practice those, and then motivate you to come back for the next part. Please […]
As promised, here is the second installment in our flashback of the popular Unclosed Core series. We hope you will take a few minutes to tell us what you are struggling with and how this is encouraging you in your commitment to persevere. It is an amazing time to be a core fitness specialist ministering […]
Quite possibly our sauciest show ever, this episode gets real about what it’s like to crank out kettlebell exercises with prolapse. As you know training with a bell can be super strenuous, and the breathing mechanics can be tricksy. Haley has solid, authentic insights for you, and she says it like it is. She and […]
Those who exercise at home have many valid reasons for working out in their living rooms. However, being the founder of an online gym has shown me how home exercisers are sometimes scorned, as if activities that are easy for one person to do outdoors — like a casual walk around the block — or at […]
She has done every Fit2B workout and reviewed each one on her blog while raising and homeschooling 3 little ones. She is active in her community MOPS group and loves to dance. She might be our biggest fan, as well as one of our top affiliate earners, and she also shares Beth’s name. Find out […]
This blog inspired an entire series called The Unclosed Core. The information and encouragement you will find here is timeless and we trust you will find hope as we continue this journey together. Most of Us Are Turtles Remember Aesop’s fable about the tortoise beating the hare? The majority of the fitness world screams at […]
Is it enough to tell women to listen to their bodies, especially when they are high-level athletes accustomed to pushing through pain? Brianna Battles is a strength and conditioning coach who is changing the landscape for female CrossFit athletes. She believes we have to do more than say “do this” or “don’t do that” when […]
What does a rubber chicken have to do with core fitness? You really need to WATCH this episode with top-notch pelvic floor physiotherapist, Michelle Lyons, so you can laugh and learn at the same time. Michelle is one of those wonderful experts who makes you feel comfortable talking about anything, so we did! This podcast […]
Looking for the perfect gift for a beloved mom-to-be, new mom, mom of three (or ten!), or your own mom or grandmother? It’s hard, because most women with children focus all their energy on their kids and don’t ask for or want much, but you want to get them SOMETHING . . […]
This post may be from August 2013, but the struggle to appreciate and cherish our bellies is a common theme. Are you and your core on good terms, or is there still some relationship work to be done? We’d love to hear from you in the comments! My son turned 5 this past week, and as I […]
Track & Field is more than one sport, each of which requires immense core control and coordination with the entire body. However, many coaches default to old school ab work that can result in core dysfunction because they aren’t educated about other options. Rachel Zupke is a coach who has figured out how to train […]
The pressure on female business owners like myself to do all the things is huge. We run companies and kids in carpools. We take classes on QuickBooks and core fitness, yet we still struggle with isolation. I’ve found that it’s far too easy to buy the lie that no one understands the daily paradigms we’re […]
Meet the maker of one of our favorite therapeutic splints for diastasis recti and core rehabilitation. As a mom and runner, Celeste saw a need for a splint that would meet the needs of athletes. In this episode we discuss core fitness progression for postpartum women, training elite athletes to everyday athletes, and splinting an […]
If you have a bit of blank wall – or if you can easily move furniture out of the way – your home’s very structure can offer some stability and depth to key Yoga positions. This short yet thorough sequence peaks with “Balancing Half Moon” and features many wonderful warming motions + final relaxation with […]
This blog was originally published in July 2011 and has continued to connect with those searching for information about diatsasis recti, so we decided to update and republish it in April 2018. Regardless of your background (surgeries, pregnancies, age, etc.), you CAN obtain flatter, stronger abs. It’s NOT about your six-pack, and it IS all […]
Known for her polarizing views on diastasis recti, Julie Tupler is famous worldwide for her pioneering work with DR and hernias, her ceaseless endeavors to create the perfect abdominal splint, and her methodical Tupler Technique rehab program. Julie is hilarious, passionate and unafraid to share what she believes and knows about cores. Listen in as […]
One of my favorite ways to get a quick, challenging workout – that’s also easily scalable if I’m low on energy – is to set up a home circuit. I put various props around my house and go through them two times, doing anywhere from 5 – 20 reps of each activity. This workout will […]
Crunches are often thought of as the most simple, easy-peasy, go-to exercise for your belly muscles. Turns out, crunching requires a fair amount of technique, especially when a diastasis recti gap is present. Done poorly and in high reps, they typically bulge the very area you may be trying to flatten. I’d like to offer […]
Women are typically led to believe that menopause is the end of their best life – that night sweats, vaginal dryness, loss of energy, and weight gain are normal – However, Dr. Jessica Drummond has the experience, information and evidence to prove that your best life can come after 40 and 50 years. She’s a […]
Bracing a broken bone doesn’t have to be a bummer. Using a therapeutic splint to support your core while your diastasis recti heals needn’t keep you from connecting to other body parts. When you’re wearing a wrap around a healing place, many other joints and muscles are still free to move. This brief educational routine […]
When this article about how crossing the midline helps kids was posted in the Fit2B member forum, it generated deep discussion. It also created calls for us to produce a midline-crossing video for our Fit2B Kids section of workouts. What our members said about midline crossing “We do some of these with my son! He […]
How does fitness impact depression? Are there foods that can help fight mood swings? What tests should you have your doctor do to help you solve {not just medicate} your real root issues? Dr. Timothy Hyatt is a functional medicine naturopathic doctor who also works in a lab, providing feedback on organic acid and saliva […]
Your facial muscles need to be exercised just like any other muscle group. Sure, we use them for talking, expressing, chewing, and even breathing all the time. However, those everyday motions are just a fraction of what they’re capable of. Consciously flexing and releasing the tissues that support the bones of your jaw, neck and […]
We’re taking a break from all the seriousness to chuck a bunch of questions at Beth, the founder and face of Fit2B, forcing her to answer them really fast. You’ll learn everything about her including her choice in pickles, diapers, personal workout style, but no politics. We didn’t go there! Okay, maybe just a little… […]
Welcome to the new {Flashback} Friday series from Fit2B! The following post from 2011 has continued to resonate with so many of you that we thought reposting it with a few updates for clarity would prove beneficial. March, 2011 – Seven weeks ago, I started diastasis rehab with The Tummy Team. I didn’t think […]
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A huge thanks to Dr. Michelle @femalesinfinefettle for having me on your amazing podcast to talk about fitness impacts on hormones and vice versa! I had a lot of fun recording this while walking in the sunshine, and her questions really kept the show moving!! Find it on iTunes and subscribe 🏃🏽♀️p.s. I have no […]
Started brewing a batch of kombucha yesterday (see profile for link to my fermenting adventures) and THIS made me smile because it’s what @chrisbehnke asked me at a Christmas party in 2009 which led to he and I starting to film #fit2b workouts 8 years ago this month 😍 this dream we are chasing – […]
Can guys be midwives? Sure, and this one (who has 7 kids) is rocking this model of birth care + he likely knows more about pelvic floor rehab than most female midwives and physical therapists. Jacob has a passion for getting more men into this field, and his perspectives on perinatal care will blow your […]
Words carry weight. In a rapidly-blending global culture, every word is scrutinized, weighed, and judged. Phrases that were once common to one group are now understood to be inflammatory and hurtful to another group, so they are understandably banned and become “non-politically correct.” However, I’ve also seen quite a few articles written to fitness professionals […]
Your quadriceps are crucial to almost every motion your legs make. While many people tend to have dominant quads – the 4 muscles in the front of your thigh – this doesn’t mean they are always long enough and strong enough to play their quintessential roles. Your quad goals should be squad goals, meaning the […]
If you’ve ever been stuck in a vehicle, feeling stiff and longing to move, this routine will save you from some sore muscles!You’d be amazed at all the motions you can do while remaining safely buckled in your car seat. If you will not have internet service on your trip, we recommend “pre-loading” the video […]
What if you stop “gritting” your way through your workouts and try something different? The founder of Couch To Active, Lyn Lindbergh, believes that getting and staying in shape takes LESS than grit. She is so full of ideas about how you can leverage your everyday life and relationships to firm up your fitness routine, […]
What is needed for a strong birth and recovery? What choices and plans can be made ahead of time to facilitate an empowered, informed labor, delivery and recovery? Adriana Lozada, a doula and founder of The Birthful Podcast, joined us to offer her wisdom. We learned some new things, such as the impact of closing […]
Here we are, still going strong with filming TummySafe, diastasis-aware workouts for members in 45 countries worldwide, and I get asked all the time: How do I do it? How have we managed to launch a successful online fitness website and keep it running this long? How do I juggle exercise, motherhood, being a female […]
Every woman needs a vagina coach. That got your attention didn’t it? While taboos inhibit talk around this private area, Kim joined us to talk openly about her work to raise awareness of all the ways women can find help, hope and healing for their pelvic-related problems. It’s more than kegels. It’s more than estrogen […]
Partner up and leverage each other to improve your squatting technique! While I filmed this routine with a child, it could also be used by two teens, two adults, one adult and one teen… You get the idea! Notice our special guest puppy, Mandie? Other Fit2B routines that would improve your squat would be Squat […]
The first “real” book I ever read at age 6 was a Life Cycle Library book about pregnancy and birth. You can all thank my mother for being so open and unflappable as she dealt with my ensuing barrage of questions, because that early passion to understand the female body was indicative of my career path […]
It’s been snowing here, which is as it should be since it is winter ❄️ a season of rest and rehab can feel long, but I promise: the improved function and pain-free motion is worth it! The dry underwear is worth it! The new strategies that improve your ability to work even harder are worth […]
Does an athletic childhood spent doing hundreds of backbends predispose a kid to having diastasis later in life? Join us with our special guest from New Zealand, Lorraine Scapens, founder of Pregnancy Exercise and Turning Baby as we discuss how she handles being mum to THREE bendy gymnasts while also being a diastasis recti expert. […]
Behind the scenes of filming 5-Minute Chest Exercises ⭐this took two attempts since one transition didn’t film as #diastasisrecti aware as I liked. So I redid the whole thing with a different transition. That’s right, it wasn’t even one of the exercises, but a transition between exercises that nagged the edges of my mind. I […]
❄️#snowday #returntoplay #fitmom #fit2b #pacificnorthWET #functionalfitness #sledding #squats #lunges #hikesliderepeat #fitspo #keepitreal #getoutthere #getoffthecouch #patagonia #columbia #fit2bmama A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Feb 19, 2018 at 10:45am PST
Be sure to watch our live story ☝🏼☝🏼with clips from several of the exercise routines we filmed today including this beautiful, peaceful wall yoga workout ⭐️many thanks to today’s #fit2b film crew @chrisbehnke & @alicebehnke ☀️#wallyoga #homefitness #filmallthemoves #diastasisrecti #tummysafe #homeworkout #onlinefitness #onlineworkouts #familyfriendly #modest #digitalfitness #digitalworkout #modifiedplank A post shared by Beth Learn – […]
Beth is back with a whole new set of releases and stretches for your scalines and other muscles which support the head and neck. If you love our original Neck Routine but have always craved more, you’ll enjoy this second installment for sure. If you have a premium membership, you also have access to our […]
📚New on the #fit2b blog: my actual reading list from 2017 + what I’m (hopefully) trying to read this year 📚link in profile, then go to blog 📚#readingallthebooks #fitreaders #strongmind #educatedwoman #strongreader #readingfitness #1000gifts #onlinefitness #homefitness #homeschool A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Feb 14, 2018 at 8:02am PST
(a.k.a. The Double-Beth Show) Is your life so crazy-busy that your workouts are always cast aside or delayed? Hey, as the 3 business-owning parents on today’s show will demonstrate, we get it. How do we juggle all of our hats and stay sane AND also fit? Well, we and our special guest from Colorado each […]
I don’t exercise so I can workout more. I exercise so I can do life stronger. Like today: we went snowshoeing with dear friends, one of whom is my executive assistant for fit2b.com 👩❤️👩 love this gal 💪🏼I think we will be sore tomorrow after doing about 6 miles total on the #pinemarten and #junelake […]
Coffee work date with my executive assistant Erika who helps keep #fit2b running smoothly. She brought her own #drpepper 😆#girlbosses #coffee #workdate #oldtownbattleground #workingmoms #wahmlife #keepitreal #nohaters #homefitness #diastasis #homeworkout #diastasisrecti #streamingfitness #yoga #streamingworkouts #pilates #digitalworkout #behindthescenes #strongbeauty #digitalfitness #customerservice #familyfriendly #exercise A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Feb 7, 2018 […]
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When you give #fit2b to a new mama, it won’t offend her because we aren’t about weightloss. We are about recovery & strength, flexibility & feeling fabulous again🌟We have workout videos that fit any schedule… and closed captioning for those quiet times 🌛Checkout our Prenatal and Postnatal Fitness Programs as well as our memberships! 💪🏼Gift […]
NEW FIT2B WORKOUT RELEASE: please give a warm welcome to “Mellow Slow Flow” which is a yummy yoga routine lasting 20 minutes. It’s rated as moderate for those who are ready for more after having mastered my basic #tummysafe cues for #diastasis awareness in Classic Flow A and B 🙏🏻it includes transitional plank progressions and […]
This routine’s purpose is to gently build on other basic Yoga routines provided here on Fit2B such as Classic Flow A and B and other beginner workouts in our Intro to Yoga Pathway here and progress your strength as we flow through more classic Yoga moves together. It is rated as M for moderate because […]
🚗Tummysafe fitness for #diastasisrecti in the car? Sure why not! My hubby is driving while @chrisbehnke sets up and @alicebehnke does my makeup in the backseat on our way to #victoriaBC for our yearly #fit2b planning retreat🚘this short portable 15 minute routine should release next month 🙌🏻#carfitness #chairworkout #portablefitness #digitalfitness #onlineworkouts #homeworkout #diastasis #travel #streamingworkouts […]
Friendship can make or break your fitness. A buddy can hold you accountable or … not 🤔my childhood friend and cofounder @alicebehnke and I buddy up for the latest #fit2b podcast to get real about how our ups and downs have impacted our personal fitness and business 👩❤️👩 go to 👉🏻 fit2b.us/fit2b-Radio or look under […]
We love the emails and pictures of triumph that flood in from women finding success with our #diastasisrecti aware workouts BUT between you and me? It’s ones like this where their kiddos are using our #fit2bkids routines that get me like 😍😍😍 we started letting our kids on the set to film stuff just to […]
Have you ever considered how your friendships affect your fitness? What about all those times you were told to “find a buddy” as a kid? How many times have you skipped a workout because you just didn’t want to do it alone? Maybe fitness is your alone-time, and you don’t need accountability to exercise BUT […]
Chris: do something cool with the walls, beth! Me: okay… wait, nope 😆#tooshort #samson #chinatown #victoriaBC #poofhat #merrellshoes #fit2b #brickalley #movemore #wallworkout A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Jan 28, 2018 at 12:07pm PST
Did laps around the ferry deck on our way over to #victoriaBC for a planning retreat for #fit2b and TALK ABOUT wind! Sheesh! #walkergirl #walkinglaps #ferry #canadaorbust #getmoving #movemore #dontjustsitthere #walkthankful #walkingasaworkout A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Jan 26, 2018 at 7:39pm PST
Enjoy this standing core workout inspired by Tai Chi with our adorably pregnant guest instructor Gillian Sukachevin. At the time of this filming, she was 19 weeks along and promising us a few more routines including a “Feeding Routine” once baby arrives. Not only is Gill a talented Tai Chi instructor, she is also the […]
My cofounder @chrisbehnke grabbed these stills of me while he was editing the NEW neck routine video 🤣 #keepitreal #neckexercise #facestretch #allthefaces #rubberlips #ilovemylife #fit2b #onlinefitness #homefitness #streamingfitness #onlineworkouts #homeworkout #streamingworkouts A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Jan 23, 2018 at 11:23am PST
Walking naturally flexes and stretches ALL the muscles in the core. Power walking and race walking are two “faster” kinds of walking. Beth, the founder of Fit2B, is a competitive race walker. Her team “Toe Jammin” has placed numerous times in the Portland To Coast Relay, and she talks about the method, the trials, the […]
A client posted this of her cat chasing me during her workout 😆🐱 #fit2bcats #catsofinstagram #imamouse #fit2b #catswholift #icanhasworkout #fitspo #strongcat A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Jan 22, 2018 at 9:34am PST
Snowshoes at #mthood this past Saturday 😎it was gorgeous, sunny and 40-degrees so no need for thick layers! Five miles and felt amazing 💪🏼#fit2b #pacificnorthwest #fitmom #getoutside #snowywalk #snowshoeing #snowshoes #fitspo #athleta #diastasis #diastasisrecti #strongbeauty A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Jan 18, 2018 at 8:52am PST
We are jumping in the podcast bandwagon! Better late than never, right? 😜search for and subscribe to Fit2B Radio to find our first 4 with 3 morein the editing queue and 4 more scheduled to record in the next few weeks! ☕️ #fitnesspodcast #hormones #diastasisrecti #running #abs #fitspo #fit2b #homefitness A post shared by Beth […]
This was posted in the private #fit2b member forum where my clients are having a good laugh. I don’t mind a bit😆I’ve got a rubber face for sure 😜this is from our Gentle Blend workout 💪🏼#realmomrealceo #fitmom #keepitreal #streamingworkouts #onlineworkouts #homeworkouts #streamingfitness #onlinefitness #homefitness #stretchyband #fireplace #hyggefitness #wheresmyband #pilates #sidelegseries #obliques #lovehandles A post shared […]
New Workout Release: Kids Cross Over! If you have been told your child needs exercises for #crossingthemidline (or maybe you do too 🤔) check out this new routine we just took LIVE today on fit2b.com👍🏼🙌🏻💪🏼 #midlinecrossing #crossingmidline #fit2bkids #notjustforkids #homefitness #homeworkouts #homeschool #occupationaltherapy #onlinefitness #onlineworkouts #streamingfitness #streamingworkouts #kidsfitness #kidsworkouts A post shared by Beth Learn […]
Crossing the midline of the body has been shown to help both sides of the brain to wake up, communicate better, and get to work. Motions that cross the midline are frequently used in classrooms and prescribed in occupational therapy to help kids improve their motor skills and cursive, focus and attention, as well as […]
Behind the scenes of filming 5-Minute Chest Exercises ⭐this took two attempts since one transition didn’t film as #diastasisrecti aware as I liked. So I redid the whole thing with a different transition. That’s right, it wasn’t even one of the exercises, but a transition between exercises that nagged the edges of my mind. I […]
How the girl is doing her math homework today 😍I have always been intrigued by the movements she does intuitively when she is thinking hard 🤔are you raising a girl? Did you know that #fit2b has a #bodyeducation course just for her about #alignment #fitness #nutrition #periods #sports #anatomy #core #bodyimage #pelvicfloor #hygiene #selfcare and […]
So fun to volunteer-teach a movement session at my kids’ school yesterday. I brought along one of my fave #exercise props and we did a circuit with this, log rolls, air squats, desk push ups, inch worms, and hopping in place. The kids got 20 minutes of movement, and the teacher got calm for her […]
Hormones are … wow, where do we start? These chemical messengers affect us on EVERY level of our bodily functions. We brought in a special guest for this podcast, Dr. Michelle of Females in Fine Fettle, to chat with us about the cray-cray that hormones can cause. She’s awesome in how she points out how […]
Filmed a few more gorgeous #tummysafe workouts for #fit2b on New Year’s Day ♥️ this is from the “Mellow Slow Flow” yoga routine ❄️#homefitness #diastasis #athleta #lularoeleggings #diastasisrecti #onlineworkouts #homeworkouts #onlinefitness #core #strong #modest #familyfriendly #behindthescenes #winterscene #toesocks A post shared by Beth Learn – Fit2B® (@fit2bstudio) on Jan 3, 2018 at 7:06pm PST
Chris is a runner. I am not a runner. We have clients who want to run, but they have been told they can’t due to diastasis recti. We have clients who run regardless of their diastasis. So what’s best? Is running the greatest thing ever, so we should all be doing it? Is there a […]
Diastasis recti – also known as abdominal separation, mummy tummy, the ab gap, and many other misnomers – is pretty much our main thang here, so we wanted to get right down to it in this second episode of Fit2B Radio. What is it? What does it mean for your fitness? Does it require surgery? […]
Dear 2017, you wounded and scarred me BUT it made me stronger. This scar (and all the others no one can see) will be treasured as evidence I can do all things through CHRIST who gives me strength 💪🏼 so here’s to wounds that heal and leave special scars behind to remind us that what […]
What is Fit2B Studio about? How did we get started? Why do we do what we do? Get the inside scoop on all things Fit2B in this first episode that has the co-founders bantering and jamming. Scroll down for the video version! Fit2B Radio Cam We always “video” the podcast being produced! Here’s your chance […]