If you’ve been following me on Instagram then you know I’ve just completed my second round of SLAM Bridge. This is a at home workout program that can also be done at the gym if you wanted to.
Long story short I dealt with pelvic floor dysfunction and diastasis recti eight months after the birth of my son. Back then I had no knowledge about it and why I was dealing with it.
It wasn’t until I did my own research and came across accounts on Instagram that specialized in all these things that I started to learn about it.
That’s how I came across Ashley on Instagram. When she came out with her app I knew I had to get it. Two years in and I still love it.
I wanted something I could do that was challenging yet would help me out with all the postpartum things I was dealing with.
Before doing her SLAM workout all I was doing was gentle breathing work which is very beneficial, but it was nothing that I was used to before I got pregnant.
I wanted something that could be challenging without having to worry about whether I was going to make things worse.
What is SLAM
In short SLAM (Strong Like A Mother) is a workout program that specializes in all things pelvic floor and diastasis recti.
It’s geared more towards mothers, but that doesn’t mean men can’t do it.
In fact there have been plenty of times when a spouse has joined in on a workout and have raved about how challenging the workouts are.
When you sign up for SLAM you have a number of options you can do from core basics which is where she recommends starting if you’re new, to SLAM advanced workouts that are 45-60 minutes. There’s also SLAM pregnancy, SLAM bridge, SLAM30 and SLAM45.
She has really thought of it all. Whatever your fitness level is there is something there for you to do.
You will see a lot of AMRAP, EMOM, tabata and much more. Some workouts you do with her others you go at your own pace. Some workouts require just your body, weights or resistance bands.
Why Choose SLAM For Your At Home Workout
Why choose SLAM for your at home workout?
She teaches you how to properly breathe. I know this may sound ridiculous, but when you’re trying to heal your diastasis recti and strengthen your pelvic floor this is a game a changer.
The workouts are challenging without hindering your progress. They range anywhere from 30-60 minutes. You also have so many options to choose from.
She has a number of specialists who specialize in yoga, pelvic floor relaxation, meditation and more.
There is also a nutrition part on the app with easy to prepare meals.
One thing I love is the workout shuffle. You can choose what you’re feeling that day say you want to do a total body workout and only use bands or do body weight moves it’ll find workouts with those choices.
Equipment You Need For The Workouts
The equipment you need for the workouts are pretty minimal. These might be things you already have laying around the house if you already workout from home.
- Resistance bands. Mini loop bands and long resistance bands
- Weights preferably light, medium and heavy
- Pilates ball
- Exercise ball
- Resistance band door anchor
These are just a few of the things I’ve noticed you really need and use consistently throughout the workout program. Also here is a list of equipment she recommends that are optional. Take a peek and choose what you think you need.
Final Thoughts
This is a workout program anyone can do. If you’re hesitant to try it out because you think it’s not for you keep an eye out on her Instagram account every so often she will offer a free 30 day trial.
That’s actually how I got hooked on it. Or while you wait for that to happen you can always try some of the free workouts she posts on Instagram.
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Until next time, friend.
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