Think you’ve got diastasis recti or just been diagnosed?
Discover how RYC®’s proven, holistic method restored the strength and confidence of 10,000+ women in 50+ countries
Are you experiencingany of these symptoms?
A bulge in your belly you can’t seem to shift.
A belly that feels swollen.
Bloating (especially in the center of your belly).
Gaping in the center of your belly.
Leaky pee.
Pain in your lower back.
Being able to maintain strong posture.
Digestive discomfort and/or constipation.
If you are, you may have a very common injury called diastasis recti (DR)… where your rectus abdominus (6 pack abs) separate from the midline tissue.
You can learn more about the symptoms of DR here, and what DR looks like here.
Not sure if you have diastasis recti?
Lauren can help!
RYC® is a structured, at-home exercise program designed to help you heal diastasis recti using movement science, breath training, posture correction and expert guidance.
Prefer a step by step guide? Here’s one for you
If you DO have diastasis recti, don’t panic!
You’re not alone.
Millions of people worldwide have diastasis recti (many don’t even realize it).
You’re already ahead of the game in your healing journey simply by having found this page, and begun the search for a solution.
If you did the test and don’t have diastasis recti yet, but are worried about developing it, you can
You AREN’T weak or broken
This didn’t happen to you because you did something wrong or didn’t take care of yourself properly.
This happened because hey, it HAPPENS! It happens a whole lot more easily than we think (but no one warns us about it), and to a whole lot more women than we think (but no one talks about it).
AND it doesn’t just happen to pregnant or postpartum women either.
There are many reasons diastasis recti can develop, if you’d like to learn more about those, you can find out more here.
You can learn more about that diastasis recti during pregnancy here.
Good news: there is a way forward
You’re not broken.
This is not how it’s going to be forever.
While you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed, confused or despondent right now, we’re here to tell you diastasis recti isn’t a life sentence.
There is a future where the symptoms you’re experiencing right now are greatly reduced. And, in many cases, completely healed.
With the right support and some simple daily exercises, you can regain your full body function and feel confident and strong when you move again.
So how do you heal?
The most important thing to remember is that your DR is impacting much more than just the way your belly looks. That gap between your abdominal muscles means that your core isn’t able to engage effectively so your back and pelvic floor are having to do double the work.
While you may not yet be experiencing symptoms in your back and pelvic floor, if you don’t work on making sure you build a responsive core that can engage when it needs to, it’s likely these symptoms will develop further down the road.
While going for surgery is an attractive ‘quick fix’, your core will still need to start engaging reflexively and appropriately so you can enjoy a healthy core, pelvic floor and lower back well into old age.
Healing is different for everyone. But these options are helpful:
An exercise method that teaches you to train your core properly and safely. You can try some great exercises for diastasis recti here.
Taking your whole body into consideration because ALL movement is connected to your core
Adding more resistance once you know how to safely load your core
Myofascial release with an expert to help resolve unhealthy patterns
Adding more cardio once your core system is moving efficiently again
You can find more details on what healing diastasis recti may look like for you here.
One of the first questions we are often asked is,
Can I heal diastasis recti without surgery?
Well. The honest answer is… It depends. Healing looks different for everyone, and it always takes TIME.
While in today’s world we’ve been trained to look for instant solutions and quick fixes, the truth is our bodies simply don’t work that way. Unfortunately we see many women wanting to push too hard too soon and undoing progress they’ve made with their diastasis recti.
Every woman’s body is different.
Every diastasis recti injury is unique. A wider gap can often heal faster than a deeper gap, but every body will have its own story.
Many women are able to heal their diastasis recti without surgery, while some will need surgery. However, even surgeons recommend trying to heal for at least a year before scheduling surgery. If you’d like to learn more about when a diastasis recti may need surgery, you can read more here.
You can also find some helpful exercises to do before you consider surgery for your DR here.
But the truth is, with the right healing method, you can get back to being as strong, confident and comfortable moving as you were before – whether you need surgery or not.
There IS a method…
that’s carefully curated to reduce your symptoms, long term.
This method will guide you to build a responsive relationship with your body by carefully following the steps outlined above.
Introducing…
Restore Your Core® — the proven method for regaining your strength and confidence, long-term.
RYC® will guide you to create a core strong enough to support you as you gradually move into more intense exercise to help you reach your physique goals.
RYC® is carefully designed to give you everything you need to safely do YOUR part in your healing process.
Your true healing happens in the small choices you make every day about how you move.
Why RYC® is the Best Diastasis Recti Program
RYC® uses the CARE model to guide your diastasis recti healing.
Core confidence:
Regain your confidence to move, exercise and return to what you love. No fear mongering. No dogmas. No judgment. Just a clear path to healing.
Awareness:
The best way to change patterns is to become aware of them. RYC® helps you learn about your patterns and habits, increasing your awareness both on and off the mat.
Responsive:
To optimize your movements and activities, you need to first ensure your core and pelvic floor are responsive and functional. RYC® uses dynamic whole-body core stability workouts to accomplish this.
Empowerment:
Feel empowered with tools to be confident, aware of your body, and to move on to more complex activities without fear.
Healing diastasis recti with RYC® feels like:
Rachel Dolkas
“I started Restore Your Core® with a three finger diastasis recti and on and off symptoms of prolapse. Regular yoga classes or the gym seemed to produce injuries and physical therapy felt uninspiring. RYC® was the perfect balance of moving at a therapeutic pace but inspiring me to make progress day after day.
I got stronger with each stage and little by little my diastasis recti closed. Symptoms of prolapse eased as I got stronger and learned better movement patterns. I could not be happier with my results and even moved on to Challenge Your Core before heading back to the gym with strength, confidence and a renewed connection with my body.”
Healing diastasis recti with RYC® looks like being able to…
move effortlessly without worry.
lift your kids.
have fewer aches and pains.
workout harder with more intensity.
move without fear.
listen to your body and respond.
embrace full body healing.
You can feel strong, confident and capable again with RYC®.
AS SEEN IN:
Lauren Ohayon
Founder and program developer RYC®
“Lauren Ohayon, whenever you say thank you at the end of your videos, I say thank you back, but you can't hear me. So, Thank you Lauren!!”
Hanna Sandvig
Choose your track
Lifetime accessRYC® Essentials
BEST FOR
Experienced movers who don't need pacing or accountability.
12-week calendar provided — follow manually
Navigate without daily reminders or built-in structure
Some modifications available, but not delivered as a separate path or as comprehensive
MOST POPULAR
RYC® Guided
BEST FOR
Anyone who wants structure, motivation, and a clear path to consistency.
2x more likely to complete the full 12 weeks and feel lasting relief
No decision fatigue — just press play and go
More workout options
Includes full Supported Path: chair + scaled modifications
Based on 10,000+ successful healing journeys
Tracks your progress and unlocks each phase to keep you focused
RYC® Guided+
BEST FOR
Those who want personalized support from a certified RYC® Coach.
Includes everything in Guided
2 private sessions with your certified RYC® Coach (intro + checkin)
Option to add sessions as needed
What’s inside?
Included
Limited or manual
Not included
| Feature | RYC® EssentialsEssentials | MOST POPULAR RYC® GuidedGuided | RYC® Guided+Guided+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full 12-week workout plan | Included | Included | Included |
| Full access to all education & tutorials | Included | Included | Included |
| Supported Path (chair + scaled) | Some mods, not a separate track | Included in full | Included in full |
| Workout categories | 4 | 5+ alternate tracks | 5+ alternate tracks |
| Extra support videos (nervous system, etc.) | 12 | 30+ | 30+ |
| Accountability + progress tracking | Journal only | Tracks & unlocks | Tracks & unlocks |
| Priority help & support | 48hr support | 24hr email response | 24hr email response |
| Auto-delivered schedule | Manual calendar only | Auto-delivered, progressive | Auto-delivered, progressive |
| 1:1 coaching sessions | Not included | Not included | 2 x 1-hr sessions |
Choose the track that suits your needs
Why most choose RYC® Guided
Most members who choose Guided finish strong.
94% of Guided users said the structure kept them consistent.
Guided users are 2x more likely to finish all 12 weeks.
RYC® Essentials
BEST FOR
Experienced movers who don't need pacing or accountability.
MOST POPULAR
RYC® Guided
BEST FOR
Anyone who wants structure, motivation, and a clear path to consistency.
RYC® Guided+
BEST FOR
Those who want personalized support from a certified RYC® Coach.
Got Questions
Yes! There have been many women who have completed the RYC® 12 -Week program and seen their diastasis recti close considerably, if not all the way. It’s not only possible to heal diastasis recti without surgery – in many cases, you can also restore core strength and full-body function without the need for invasive procedures.
Get started healing today!
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