Guidelines for exercising after your baby is born:

The mother should begin with basic core (transverse) exercises and walking. As soon as she feels ready, she can start to incorporate essential strength & stretch exercises.

Wear a post-partum girdle as soon as possible, for at least 4 – 5 months.

Avoid percussive, ballistic, or high impact movements until core body strength is restored and joint laxity or soreness has disappeared.

Work daily on your transverse abdominal and kegels. Avoid traditional abdominal work until diastasis of the abdominal wall has closed.

Keep hydrated during exercise. Carry your water bottle, and hydrate every 15 minutes. Women should maintain a healthy diet and adequate fluid intake, especially if nursing.

During Cardiovascular exercise, stay within your target zone. Stay aerobic most of the time and increase the intensity progressively. Once you feel prepared, you can move to a regular exercise program.