Which Exercise DVD? - Common Scenarios

The Moms at MIF receive thousands of emails from moms wondering where to begin and which DVD to purchase. So we've compiled a list of the most common questions and added Lindsay's recommendations.

I have diastasis recti.

After pregnancy, diastasis recti usually goes away within a few weeks. Some moms (less than 5%) have diastasis recti 2-20 years after having a baby. If you are one of these moms you must use the Moms Into Fitness modifications found on Boot Camp 2 and the CFS Method DVDs.

*If you have had diastasis recti or currently have it, it is best to stay away from traditional abdominal work (crunches, twisting, holding plank positions etc.) You need to slowly work back into traditional ab work. The best way to do this, and create a flat stomach, is to train the transverse abdominis and pelvic floor. Boot Camp 2 and the CFS Method focus on this inner core training with workouts that get more challenging as your core regains its health and integrity.

I don't know where to begin.

Let Lindsay do all the work for you! With 4 DVDs & a 60 day Meal Plan, you can follow the 60 Day calendar and be well on your way to losing weight! Use the 60 Day SlimDown System and get started today!.

I had my baby 6 months ago and I still look pregnant.

There are 2 reasons this occurs: not doing the correct core exercises after having a baby and not doing enough cardio. The simplest solution is interval training, which is cardio and toning all in one! Lindsay recommends you begin with PostNatal Boot Camp or Boot Camp 2. Boot Camp 2 provides progressive core workouts, meaning they get harder as you go. If you had a c-section or have diastasis recti you should use Boot Camp 2 and begin with Core Workout #1. Pair the Boot Camp DVD with the free meal plan.

I have 10 pounds or more I'd like to lose.

Variety is the key to losing weight. You should switch up your workouts consistently to continue seeing results and lose 10 lbs. or more. Also, use a comprehensive program including both nutrition and fitness. Lindsay created her 60 Day Slimdown System just for you! It comes with a 3-Phase nutrition program, detailed workout calendar, fitness test, progress tracker and 4 DVDs. You will start in Phase 1 with 30 minute workouts and in Phase 2 you will increase your workouts to 45 minutes while increasing the intensity of the workouts. This provides continued weight loss.

I have hit a plateau.

This is 1 of the most frustrating things when it comes to exercise! Your body gets used to certain exercises and needs change to continue seeing results. This is why all of Lindsay's DVDs contain several workouts. You have 3 options to get out of your plateau:

Add more time to your workout.
Add more weight to your workout.
Change your workout.

Your best bet is to change your workout! Lindsay recommends pairing her Core Metabolic Jumpstart DVD with Shed 5 Fast and using the workout calendar found here.

Check out Lindsay's Blog for some workout ideas and FREE workouts.

You'll also like Lindsay's workout downloads, a new workout every 30 days for $5. Including HIIT, extreme toning, cardio abs and more!

I see results everywhere but my stomach.

First, make sure you do not have diastasis recti. Second, you must work your inner core, which consists of your transverse abdominis and pelvic floor. Third, you must make sure you are doing a variety of core exercises.

Start with Lindsay's CFS Method DVD. You will also want to add Shed 5 Fast or PostNatal Boot Camp since these DVDs train your inner core as well as provide overall toning, variety and cardio to see results quickly!

I am breastfeeding.

You should be just fine using any of Lindsay's DVDs. But please check out the information on breastfeeding and weight loss.

Lindsay's 60 Day Slimdown System includes a nutrition plan just for you!