Need advice on the best workout plan after having a baby by c-section (12 weeks ago).?

Could someone tell me what would be the most effective and quickest way to lose weight and tone up in the the gym after a baby. Currently do 20 mins on crosstrainer and 20 on Bike have lost some weight but not realy sure what else i should be doing.

Need advice on the best workout plan after having a baby by c-section (12 weeks ago).?
I had a c-section and cardio is the best start, but you have to add strength training to get a good tone while you slim down. Pilates is great for strengthening your core and improving posture. Also add some light weight lifting to firm your arms, back, and chest area. Depending on the condition of your lower body squats, lunges, and leg lifts may be helpful. I have gone from a size 12 to a 4/6, but it takes dedication and consistence.





Good Luck!!!
Reply:after having a c section and your abdominals cut through they will be very weak. something like pilates will help tone and flatten your stomach and increase your core stability. eat a healthy balanced diet, lots of cardiovascular work like what you are doing
Reply:Don't rely on the gym, unless you live there.





There are several conflicting demands on your body at the moment, mainly:





your new regime around caring for your baby,





your recovery from major surgery (yes, a caesarian is...),





the healthy 'recovery' from being pregnant.





You need to be moving, for as much of the time as possible (all three processes are going on 24/7), to promote blood circulation, and the conversion of nutrients.





However, you need to be working as GENTLY as possible (to spare energy for all of the other processes. If you try to do too much, you will rob one or more of these processes (eg feeding or etc) of the time and fuel that they need), at the same time.





The 'MOST EFFECTIVE' way to lose weight is: SLOWLY !


(It also applies to toning up, but for different reasons)





The 'QUICKEST' tone-up or weight-loss methods are also the most dangerous and least reliable.





You could add to your schedule, but try to select gentle stuff like T'ai Chi or Swimming (don't do lengths in the lanes; or if you must do lengths, use Recovery Backstroke).





Pelvic Floor ('Kegel'), Breathing and Meditation exercises will help more than gymwork for the time being, and your activity levels will naturally increase as the surgery and the shock of your new lifestyle wear off.





Most of all, try to enjoy being a mum, and ignore all the pressure to be 'back up to speed' too quickly.





Congratulations and LOL

flower girl