Episode 11: Real Talk On Diastasis Recti With Lisa Ryan Part I

In this episode, Lisa shares her story on #diastasisrecti. We talk about the mental and physical recovery process after baby 1, baby 2... her decision to have surgery, finding a surgeon, and recovering physically and mentally after the surgery. There was too much fire to include it all in 1 episode. Part 1 is her journey up to when she has surgery. Part 2 will be getting the surgery, recovering, and then us talking about how to find the right surgeon for you.  A little bit about my friend Lisa... Lisa has been doing CrossFit since 2004 and a former regional level competitor (2010 - 2013). She a CrossFit Level 2 Trainer and also a Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Specialist. After having her second son, she decided to change careers from a high school English teacher of 12 years to a pregnancy and postpartum athleticism trainer. She never thought she would change careers; however, this has become her heart project that she cannot ignore. She am on a mission to help moms avoid the misinformation, confusion, panic, pain, and fear that she experienced during her return to fitness. Even though advertisements on social media show a  “one size fits all” answer for postpartum fitness, each situation is drastically different. After having her own #abdominoplasty #tummy tuck procedure she has found that it even more rare for women to have specific guidance on return to fitness after “clearance” from the surgeon. Each woman needs a unique plan depending on surgery procedure and movement goals; but, there is a way to recover with intention and progressive strategy.  Helping women recover from these surgeries has become another passion of hers, along with normalizing the length of the process. By really listening to each woman’s story, She provide an individualized approach to both empower them and help them heal their mind and body.  Lisa offers group classes, personal training, consultations, and remote coaching services. You can find her and her social media through my website: www.lisa-ryan.com. If you like what you hear - rate, review & subscribe. Get awesome previews and extras by following us on IG @pelvicdocspodcast @the.vaginadoc @lisa.marie.ryan & be sure to check out part II dropping in a few days.