Core Strength for Moms is More Than a Six-Pack

Core strength is more than abs. Learn how to train deep core muscles for stability, pelvic floor health, and postpartum recovery.

For years, core training has been marketed as the key to a toned midsection, with exercises like crunches and sit-ups being the go-to movements. But if you’re a mom—especially postpartum—you’ve probably realized that core strength is about so much more than aesthetics. It’s about functionality, stability, and long-term strength.

The Core is More Than Just Your Abs

Your core is a dynamic system made up of multiple muscle groups, including:

The Deep Core (transverse abdominis, multifidus, diaphragm, and pelvic floor)
The Outer Core (rectus abdominis, obliques, and spinal erectors)
The Pelvic Floor (which supports the organs and stabilizes the body)

Focusing only on surface-level muscles (hello, six-pack) neglects the deeper structures responsible for core stability and function.

Why Core Work Needs to Be Multidimensional

Real-life movement happens in multiple planes—forward, sideways, and rotationally. Your core should be trained in the same way. A strong core must handle intra-abdominal pressure, stabilize your spine, and support movement in all directions.

Key aspects of effective core training include:

Breath & Pressure Management – Proper breathing techniques prevent coning, doming, and pelvic floor dysfunction.
Anti-Rotation & Anti-Extension Exercises – Moves like Pallof presses and dead bugs build core stability.
Functional Movements – Squats, hinges, carries, and rotational exercises strengthen the core the way it’s meant to function.

The Foundation for Every Workout

A strong, well-functioning core is the foundation for every movement. Whether you’re lifting weights, chasing after kids, or recovering postpartum, a resilient core will help you move pain-free and avoid injury.

This week, we’re focusing on exercises that go beyond the six-pack to create true core and pelvic floor strength.

💡 Want to put this into action? Try this week’s Core & Pelvic Floor Workout: HERE

If you’re struggling with core weakness, pelvic floor issues, or lingering postpartum symptoms, my 1:1 coaching can help you build a plan that works for you: E-mail jen@momsfitlife.com

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Categories: : Deep Core, pelvic floor exercises, postpartum recovery