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Losing your “mummy pouch” or postpartum belly having a baby is not as hard as you think.
The process involves a combination of exercise, diet and healthy habits. Here are some tips to help you lose that postpartum belly fast.
Pelvic Tilts: Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Tighten your abdominal muscles and tilt your pelvis slightly upward. Hold your position for a few seconds and then release. Pelvic tilts help strengthen the core muscles, which in turn helps your lose belly fat.
Walking: It may not sound like much of an exercise, but walking can help burn overall body fat. Start with an easy stroll with your baby, then work it up to a brisk walk.
Kegel Exercises: Strengthen your pelvic floor muscles by tightening and relaxing them. This helps to support your core and improve overall muscle tone. The longer you do Kegels, the better you will have control over leaks caused by sneezing or laughing. Try Kegels at least 10 three times a day, for as long as you can hold it.
Leg Slides: To do this, lay flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor. Slide one leg out straight while keeping the other bent, then return to the starting position. Alternate your legs. While doing this, you are firming up your deep abdominals and hamstrings, as well as increasing your pelvic stability.
Abdominal Breathing: Sit or lie down comfortably. Take a deep breath in, allowing your abdomen to expand. as you exhale, draw your belly button towards your spine, engaging the deep abdominal muscles. This will help relax muscles and strengthen the belly.
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