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what it claims

To regain a strong abdominal wall after significant separation (open abdomen), it is advisable to follow a progressive routine over several months, first learning to activate the deep transverse muscle before engaging the rectus abdominis (the superficial abdominals).

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This advice regarding a gentle, targeted progression to reconnect the abdominals is highly relevant and widely supported by movement research.

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This advice regarding a gentle, targeted progression to reconnect the abdominals is highly relevant and widely supported by movement research. A literature review (Skoura et al., 2021) shows that exercises targeting the transverse abdominis (such as gentle navel drawing-in) are essential pillars for stabilizing the torso and reducing abdominal separation. Furthermore, a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (2026) confirms that a structured and regular exercise program is the key to effectively tightening the abdominal wall. Conversely, the idea of completely setting aside the rectus abdominis (the 'six-pack' muscle) at the beginning is now viewed with nuance. A recent meta-analysis (Bigdeli et al., 2025) suggests that combining work on the transverse AND the rectus abdominis actually offers better results for toning the abdominal wall than focusing on a single muscle. Patience (6 to 8 months) and a very gradual increase in difficulty remain excellent principles validated by fitness professionals.

the sources

  1. 1Beamish N, Davenport MH, Ali MU, et al. 2024
  2. 2Dumoulin C, Cacciari LP, Hay-Smith EJC 2018

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Decoded by Noli · July 13, 2026 · the original post

What the graded evidence says

Evidence
B
Effect
postpartum exercise effect on inter-rectus distance and pelvic floor disorders — abdominal muscle training reduced the inter-rectus distance vs no exercise (low certainty); postpartum pelvic floor muscle training reduced odds of urinary incontinence and of pelvic organ prolapse (OR 0.44, 95% CI 0.21-0.91)
Measured on
individuals in the first year postpartum

What’s uncertain

Evidence that abdominal training narrows the gap is of low certainty, and the exact protocol (which exercises, what order) isn't firmly established. The pelvic floor benefits are better supported. Individual guidance from a pelvic-health professional is ideal.

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