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Yes! With the Restore Your Core® Method, women have healed pelvic organ prolapse, diastasis recti, and other postpartum injuries...more than twenty-five years after having their babies!
Everyone’s body is different, and we always encourage you to check with your healthcare provider. However, we can tell you that women with large diastasis recti gaps, severe prolapse, debilitating back pain, SIJ pain, and hernias have found relief and healing with the RYC® Method.
Each exercise video is about 25 minutes long, and we encourage you to complete four sessions every week. Additional movement is healthy, too, and we recommend short daily walks in addition to the workouts.
Everyone’s body is different. So, be gentle with yourself as you go into this program. That being said, we’ve heard from women who are experiencing minimized pain or discomfort in less than two weeks!
I’m new to Restore Your Core®. Should I start with this online program or a Pelvic Floor Assessment?
We recommend starting with this online program. You get lifetime access to all the training materials, and this program gives you everything you need to start healing.
Once you have spent several weeks in the program and notice that things are not shifting, the Assessment is a great tool to find out what blind spots or compensation patterns might be hindering you. But start with this. It’s really, truly everything you need to get going.
You will need a hands-free device/camera, stable wifi connection and a tested, working Zoom. Align your standing, sitting, lying down setup with your device/camera so that no time is wasted during your teacher session.
No, although pricing will differ, you do not need to be an RYC® member to have an assessment done.
In each video you will be required to perform a specific exercise that will help your teacher determine your main trouble areas. Be sure to do each exercise the amount of reps outlined and as you would normally do them. Do not try to be “good” or “right,” just be yourself. Each video will be no longer than 30-40 seconds.
Wear yoga clothes or similar. Be in a well lit room with plenty of space to lie down, be on hands and knees and stand up and be seen head to toe for each position. No additional equipment is needed but you can use a yoga mat for comfort when performing the exercises.
You will be required to send in the intake form and all 7 videos within 48 hours of your scheduled teacher session
30 minutes
Within a few hours.
You must provide a 24 hour notice, but you can reschedule your teacher session with your assigned teacher directly. Please be aware, failure to turn in required intake form and all videos 48 hours prior to your teacher session or cancelling your appointment without a 24 hour notice will result in a cancellation with no chance to reschedule. Once purchased, there are no refunds.
Every class will vary in time. You will be able to choose from a bunch of different workouts that fit your schedule and range anywhere from 15-45 minutes.
There are 400+ classes on demand at all times! We will be adding fresh, new content every so often. Additionally, there will be regular LIVE classes.
No, they are streaming only.
What you need will depend on the class you are doing. For the most part all equipment can be substituted with something you probably already own. For example, a mat, a half roller, and a strap, can be replaced with a blanket or towel, a pillow, and a belt. Generally a set of light and medium weights, an exercise loop, a block, blanket.
Cardio, strength, restorative and flow classes that will vary in intensity. We also feature playlists curated with our users in mind that target specific areas and discomforts.
RYC®️ FIT has 400+ workouts available with new classes being added all the time; including regularly scheduled live classes with Lauren and special guest teachers. Each month FIT will feature a selection of classes from an RYC®️ trusted teacher, as well you will find playlists curated with classes that tackle specific areas and discomforts to keep your body long, strong, and functional.
You can manage your membership by visiting My Account in your Dashboard. In the Billing Details you will have the option to cancel your membership.
It is but it should not be confused with a core / pelvic floor rehab program. If you require that, Restore Your Core® is the ideal program. If you are recovering from core and pelvic floor issues and feel comfortable knowing how to workout - then yes!
Yes, your membership can be canceled at any time. Once you cancel, your access to FIT (formerly Prime) will continue until the end of the billing period, then it will be closed with no renewal charge.
Each exercise video is about 25 minutes long, and we encourage you to complete four sessions every week. Additional movement is healthy, too, and we recommend short daily walks in addition to the workouts.
Everyone’s body is different, and we always encourage you to check with your healthcare provider. However, we can tell you that women with large diastasis recti gaps, severe prolapse, debilitating back pain, SIJ pain, and hernias have found relief and healing with the Restore Your Core® method.
Yes! With the Restore Your Core® method, women have healed pelvic organ prolapse, diastasis recti, and other postpartum injuries...more than twenty-five years after having their babies!
Restore Your Core® is a 12 weeks program where every week builds upon the week prior. We recommend 3-5 days a week. Each video is 25-30 minutes.
We recommend starting with this online program. You get lifetime access to all of the training materials, and this program gives you everything you need to start healing. Once you’ve been through the online program, then you’re in the perfect position to attend one of Lauren’s workshops and fine tune your movements. But start with this. It’s really, truly everything you need.
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Everyone’s body is different. So, be gentle with yourself as you go into this program. That being said, we’ve heard from women who are experiencing minimized pain or discomfort in less than two weeks!
Restore Your Core® targets the issues that cause and worsen diastasis recti (i.e. alignment issues, breathing patterns, muscle imbalances, and too much intra-abdominal pressure).
You can absolutely do Restore Your Core® while pregnant and there is a pregnancy modifications video. I also offer a prenatal program called Body Ready Method®.
Absolutely, the program can be done on your own time, in your home or on the go, making it easy to build into your already busy schedule.
The program uses a mat, a towel or blanket for comfort, a half roller, and a strap. Most of these can be substituted with items you have at home: a blanket, pillow, belt.
All videos and content is available online to stream! No DVDs or packages involved. You’ll be able to stream the videos to your computer, phone, tablet and even cast them to your TV.
The program learning material and the workouts can be downloaded as well so you’ll be able to practice RYC in the middle of the forest with no wifi if travel opportunity comes.
- Movement teachers including - Yoga teachers, Pilates teachers, or other certified movement teachers
- Certified therapists like Physical therapists (physios), Chiropractors, Massage therapists
- Fitness / yoga / Pilates / other movement teachers, body workers
If you do not have a certification like one of the ones listed above, you are only eligible for the RYC® teacher training.
The only prerequisite is to watch the foundations in the RYC® online program.
The requirements to get certified as an RYC® teacher depends on if you are a new or existing movement teacher.
Existing Movement Teachers:
- Complete RYC® Teacher Training.
- Submit 3 Case Studies: These are to be completed post-training. They can be a 1-1 or a group class. We offer guidelines for writing up a summary of your class.
- Complete the Teaching Fundamentals course - an Online course for teachers included in the price.
- Complete the 1:1 assessment, including in your training registration.
- Be familiar with Stage 1 and 2 of the RYC® online program.
- Complete RYC® Teacher Training.
- Submit 3 Case Studies: These are to be completed post-training.
- Teach 10 practice hours. These hours will be completed post-certification. Participants will be given a full set of guidelines for this teaching.
- Submit 3 Case Studies post-training. They can be a 1-1 or a group class, in person or virtual. We offer guidelines for writing up a summary of your class.
- Complete the Teaching Fundamentals course - an Online course for teachers included in the price.
- Complete the 1:1 assessment, including in your training registration.
- Be familiar with Stage 1 and 2 of the RYC® online program.
There are so many things you can do with your RYC® teacher certification! These include:
- Teach RYC® group classes and private classes in person or online
- Call yourself a Certified RYC® teacher
- Eligible to apply for Pro teacher designation
- Teach RYC® Assessments Online (RYC® Pro teacher designation required)
- Teach RYC® workshops to both laypeople and professionals (RYC® Pro teacher designation required)
Only those in the RYC® Teacher Training who successfully certify as RYC® teachers will:
- Get access to a new exclusive Facebook community of RYC® teachers with support and guidance from myself and Louisa Thomas and other certified teachers.
- Post-training, you will get 3 group coaching calls with Louisa specific to the training and materials
- Be invited to LIVE clinic session with Lauren and clients
- Access marketing materials and design templates
- Get discounts off all Lauren Ohayon events and training
- Be referred to via our website and on the Facebook group
- Be able to promote your RYC® classes to the main RYC® Facebook group or Lauren will promote for you
Pro RYC® teachers are certified RYC® teachers who have been teaching RYC® for at least 6 months, meet certain teaching requirements, and want to teach RYC® workshops and assessments. The workshops are for both laypeople and professionals. We provide Pro teachers with all the marketing materials, class outlines, and an event listing on our site. They are also able to teach the 1-1 Assessments and receive all needed materials to do so. Teachers must apply and there is an annual fee to gain access to all of the materials and to be licensed to teach the workshops.
If you are enrolled in the RYC® Teacher Training, there will be a short test to demonstrate comprehension of material and philosophy. It is not pass / fail as everyone passes. It is simply a conversation to assure that you are clear on the materials. If you are enrolled in the RYC® Method Training, there is no test.
The "Teaching Movement Fundamentals course" is an 8-module online course for those in the RYC® Teacher Training to gain a deeper understanding of anatomy and movement. The topics of these 8 modules include: Sacroiliac Joint anatomy and function, Shoulder anatomy and function, "Tight Hips" Sequencing, General body reading and assessment, Finding your voice as a teacher, learning to listen, setting goals and expectations, How to modify postures and exercises, How to sequence a group, private and themed class, and Business building.
You'll be required to renew your status on an annual basis for $30 per year. This fee covers being listed on the site, access to the private RYC® teachers FB group, marketing materials, the teacher’s area, and Lauren promoting your events in her newsletter, her website, and on the RYC® Facebook group.
The Assessment follows RYC® protocols and works best when the user has done some or all of the program.
Most notably, completing the Foundations section of RYC® would be ideal.
Yes, you can still have an Assessment!
You will go through the exact same steps as everyone else.
You will go through the exact same steps as everyone else.
CYC is the next step in Core rehab. It consists of more dynamic moves, more load and more tolerance. It is recommended that RYC® users complete RYC® before moving on to CYC. This program is also suitable for anyone who has completed any other exercise program for core rehab and is ready for more loading and stronger, harder moves. If you are looking for more variety and challenge to your safe pelvic floor/core workouts, I recommend you also check out RYC® FIT
CYC consists of 6 exercise classes that are pretty much the same difficulty level and perfect for anyone who has completed RYC®. There is no specific order in which the classes need to be done.
All classes are less than 30 minutes long.
Yes! We offer exclusive discounts for active-duty service members, veterans and their families.
Please contact us at [email protected] for more details.
Please contact us at [email protected] for more details.
Applications for the September 2022 training close on August 5th, one calendar month before our first live call.
Both training tracks will take place over 5 months on Zoom. Meetings take place 3 Mondays a month with some exceptions around holiday periods. The full training calendar will be visible in the training portal once it is live.
The Method Training will teach you to use the RYC® assessments and tools but will not certify you to teach RYC® templated classes. If you want to be able to teach RYC® classes, you need to complete the Teacher Training. Those who complete the Teacher Training and certify also have access to additional support including, but not limited to, a private Facebook group, continued support from Lauren and her team, marketing materials, free webinars, access to open clinics, class templates, and discounts on future events.
The Teacher Training culminates in a required 1-day intensive and there are required case study hours. The Method Training does not include nor require either of these.
PT, OT, fitness / yoga / Pilates / other movement teacher, body worker, Chiropractor, Osteopath.
Once you have chosen a training track, you are eligible to change tracks until September 13th. Requests for changes will not be considered after this date and the refund policy will apply.
Training participants are not required to purchase anything outside of payment for the training.
We recommend a time investment of 3-5 hours per week to successfully work through the training. This includes time to join the live Zoom calls or watch the replays, time to meet with your partner to practice the tools and assessments, time to watch the pre-recorded videos for the relevant module, and time to complete the end-of-module quiz.
The 1-day intensive is only open for those who are completing the RYC® Teacher Training. It takes place at the end of the training.
During the 1-day intensive students will practice teaching live, and we will look at business building, correct conduct when working with clients, how to handle client questions and much more. Attendance at the 1-day intensive is mandatory in order to certify to teach RYC®.
The intensive takes place via Zoom.
The intensive takes place via Zoom.
No. The Teacher Training route is open to anyone who wants to teach RYC®, including those with no teaching background. The training will ensure you are fully equipped to teach RYC® classes even if you are not currently a movement teacher.
Yes, you must choose the Teacher Training if you are interested in teaching RYC® classes.
Our refund policy includes that we honor cancellations or transfers up to 30 days before the training start date minus the processing fee of $300. Once the training has begun there are no refunds or transfers. If you are uncertain the training is for you or unsure of what track to sign up for, send Lauren an email at [email protected] to discuss your options further.
The RYC® Teacher Training is open to anyone who wants to teach RYC®, including those with no teaching or movement background. The training will ensure you are fully equipped to teach RYC® classes even if you are not currently a movement teacher.
Only current certified RYC® teachers are listed on our sites. Your profile will be added to the Teachers section of both laurenohayon.com and restoreyourcore.com and you will have an opportunity for your RYC® offerings to be included on the Events page of restoreyourcore.com. Additionally, Lauren regularly promotes certified teachers and their RYC® events in the RYC® Facebook group and in her newsletter.
There are so many things you can do with your RYC® method training.
- You can implement all the tools and assessments into what you currently do and offer.
- You will know how to help your clients to be more functional and to move with more ease.
- You can list the training as you would any other continuing education opportunity
The next training will start early September 2022 and continue until the end of January 2023.
The first live call is on Tuesday September 6th, and gives an overview of the training format, as well as the learning portal and other important information to support you. Meetings typically take place 3 Mondays a month at 1:30 PM EST/UK 6:30 PM, with some exceptions during holiday periods. The full training calendar will be visible in the portal once it is live.
Detailed schedule can be found here
The intensive for the September 2022 training takes place January 25th from 10am-3:30pm EST / 3pm-8:30pm UK.
During the 1-day intensive students will practice teaching live, and we will look at business building, correct conduct when working with clients, how to handle client questions and much more. Attendance at the 1-day intensive is mandatory in order to certify to teach RYC®.
Teacher Training Track - If you are a participant of the Teacher Training track you do not need to attend the Live calls.
Many people do the training without coming to the live calls and just watching them on replay.
However you do need to attend the one call that you practice teach on as well as the one-day intensive at the end of the Training.
Method Training Track - If you are a participant of the Method Training track you do not need to attend the Live calls.
Many people do the training without coming to the live calls and just watching them on replay.
The short answer is no, and it depends on how you define yoga.
Do we say namaste, Om, or use Sanskrit names for exercises? No.
Do we mention deities? No.
Do we discuss the tenets of yoga? No.
None of that.
Do we use movements found in yoga classes which are also adopted by 100s of other fitness modalities? Yes.
Do we foster mindfulness with slower movements and breath awareness? Yes, and this is not exclusive to yoga. These practices are even taught at the Mayo Clinic, Harvard, and Stanford, as research has shown that they reduce stress.
RYC® is not a yoga program, but there are some movements and sequencing that you would find in a yoga class. Lauren is a trained yoga teacher, as well she has also trained in various methods and modalities, including FRC, Pilates, and more.
Also, rather than pushing for flexibility - a common theme in yoga, we angle for strength and mobility. The program focuses on strength elements rather than "go deeper, stretch harder."
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