Women's Health

Postpartum Return to Exercise (6-12 Weeks)

Progressive return-to-exercise program from 6-12 weeks postpartum focusing on core rebuild, impact readiness testing before running, strength return progressions, and diastasis recti management.

Clinical note: Medical clearance at 6 weeks is the minimum, not the green light for full exercise. Pelvic floor readiness testing should precede any impact activity. Diastasis recti width and depth guide core exercise selection. Body-positive framing — goal is function, not appearance restoration.
6
ROM Tests
3
Corrective Priorities
3
Risk Factors

Key ROM Tests

1 Diaphragmatic Assessment
2 Hip Abduction
3 Single Leg Balance
4 Pelvic Tilt Classification
5 Thoracic Extension
6 Hip Internal Rotation

Risk Factors Assessed

Hip Abduction
Single Leg Balance
Diaphragmatic Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Postpartum Return to Exercise (6-12 Weeks) assessment include?
The assessment covers Diaphragmatic Assessment, Hip Abduction, Single Leg Balance, Pelvic Tilt Classification with functional screening criteria. It generates a prioritized corrective plan with 3 intervention targets.
How is the Postpartum Return to Exercise (6-12 Weeks) protocol different from a general assessment?
This protocol is calibrated specifically for postpartum return to exercise (6-12 weeks) with 6 targeted tests, women-specific benchmarks, and corrective exercises designed for this population's unique needs and constraints.
How do I get started with the Postpartum Return to Exercise (6-12 Weeks) protocol?
Apply for an assessment through AKMI. Your coach will run the Postpartum Return to Exercise (6-12 Weeks) protocol as part of your initial structural evaluation, then build a personalized corrective plan based on the findings.

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Your coach runs this protocol as part of your structural evaluation, then builds a personalized corrective plan based on the data.

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Protocol Details

Category
Women's Health
ROM Tests
6
Corrective Targets
3
Benchmarked
Screening-based
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