The main aim of the master's thesis was to review the literature and guidelines for postpartum exercise, especially in the case of postpartum dysfunctions such as the separation of abdominal muscles, more commonly known as diastasis rectus abdominis (DRA). The formation of DRA is most common during pregnancy due to the growth of the fetus and uterus and the increase in intra-abdominal pressure. After giving birth, most women have a decrease in DRA spontaneously within 6–8 weeks, but 1 out of 4 women also face it later. The consequences of DRA are abdominal herniation, difficulties with coughing and movement, constipation, problems during sexual intercourse, poor posture, pain and instability of the spine, reduced protection of the fetus, and an unattractive aesthetic appearance. By studying domestic and foreign literature on postpartum exercise, we made a sample of a 12-week program in the case of DRA after childbirth. The program is based on the principles of "Zdrava vadba ABC", but we have shortened the training periods to 4 weeks, so that in the 12-week program we have covered 3 training periods, each lasting 4 weeks, with two training units per week. The program starts to be implemented 6–8 weeks after childbirth. We have also provided visual representations for all exercises. This work is intended to be of assistance to trainers and kinesiologists who will work with this population and to young mothers who want to help themselves.
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