Since declaring my intention to “just do something” a few weeks ago, I’ve been doing much better at fitting in exercise. Not perfect, but better.
I’ve realized that a busy lifestyle plus having an autoimmune disease means I need to plan ahead but also leave wiggle room for unexpected events and unpredictable health.
So here’s my plan for this week:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday – Go to the gym before school (the kids love to play there in the morning), run 2-3 miles on the treadmill, and do my MuTu Phase 2 exercises.
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday – MuTu Phase 2 exercises
Sunday – Off Day
I know it’s kind of a boring plan, but it’s perfect for me right now. And having a goal of 2-3 miles gives me the wiggle room to adjust according to how my body feels that day. Hopefully I’ll have a 9-mile week, but if I’m feeling achy, I won’t push myself too much. As hard as it is, I’m learning when to push through the pain, and when to give myself a break. Because here’s the thing about exercise and autoimmune disease: exercise can help you feel better, but only if you do what your body can tolerate. Push too hard and you are setting yourself up for a painful flare.
I’m excited to move on to the Phase 2 MuTu exercises after doing two weeks of Phase 1.
And I’m ecstatic to report that my diastasis has decreased from a 2.5-finger width to 2 fingers. Yay! I’m loving the exercises, and they only take 10-15 minutes to complete. If I don’t have time to do them in the morning, I can literally fit them in at any point during the day as long as I have my stretchy band.
So tell me, what’s your exercise plan for this week?
I’m so glad you posted a diastasis update. I’ve been looking out for it ever since I watched your interviews with Wendy Powell. I too am on Phase 2 of the MUTU Focus program. Actually I start Phase 3 tonight. My diastasis is a little less than 2 fingers at this point. I started out with it being 2.5 fingers wide. I’m going to continue to follow your progress too. Thank you for doing all the research for me!
Hi Alyssa, did you get a chance to compare both programs? I’m debating which one to get. My main problem is the diastasis recti but I would like to buy the 12 week program if diastasis is addressed as deeply as in the MUTU focus program. Any advice? Thanks!
Yes! That is my main issue as well. I’m already seeing results from the MuTu program. I also appreciate the fact that there is a support program an private FB group for support and follow-up with Wendy. If you decide to go with it make sure to use the discount!!