You see, the “secret” to healing your DR
is NOT in hundreds of crunches.
Your ability to get back to the body you remember (or want to build) is completely dependent on building a strong core that knows how to engage when it needs to.
Spot treatment or programs that promise flat bellies too soon are a fast track to re-injury and disappointment.
You don’t need endless crunches and leg raises.
True healing can happen in a program that understands your core is a part of your whole, functioning body.
Introducing: Restore Your Core®
The online program that builds the responsive core you need to heal your DR.
Barbara Martinez
Monica Blasbalg Swain
Women healing
9990
+
countries
1
+
continents
1
RYC® Professionals trained
490
+
Active community members
2990
+
Since
2000
You’ll feel confident
and proud of your body again.
Vicki L.
Sofia
Rachel Dolkas
LK
Raya Sagdejeva
RYC® has helped thousands of women heal their diastasis recti…
We’d love to help you too.
Choose your track
RYC® Guided
BEST FOR
Anyone who wants structure, motivation, and a clear path to consistency.
Enjoy the results that consistency delivers
- 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
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RYC® Essentials
BEST FOR
Experienced movers who don't need pacing or accountability.
Access the essential RYC® Method library
- 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
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RYC® Coached
BEST FOR
Those who want personalized support from a certified RYC® Coach.
Personal programming and guidance from an RYC® Coach
- Includes everything in Guided
- 6 private sessions with your certified RYC® Coach
- Personalized modifications and expert adjustments
- Tailored pacing and guidance for complex healing
Choose your track
RYC® Guided
BEST FOR
Anyone who wants structure, motivation, and a clear path to consistency.
Enjoy the results that consistency delivers
- 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
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RYC® Essentials
BEST FOR
Experienced movers who don't need pacing or accountability.
Access the essential RYC® Method library
- 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
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RYC® Coached
BEST FOR
Those who want personalized support from a certified RYC® Coach.
Personal programming and guidance from an RYC® Coach
- Includes everything in Guided
- 6 private sessions with your certified RYC® Coach
- Personalized modifications and expert adjustments
- Tailored pacing and guidance for complex healing
What’s inside?
Included
Limited or manual
Not included
Personalized or upgraded experience
| Feature |  RYC® Guided | RYC® Essentials | RYC® Coached |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full 12-week workout plan | Included | Included | Included |
| Full access to all education & tutorials | Included | Included | Included |
| Workout categories | 5+ alternate tracks | 4 | 5+ coach-recommended mods |
| Specialized videos | 30+ | 12 | 30+ programmed for you |
| Modifications | Included in full | Limited modifications included | Included in full and programmed by your coach |
| Accountability + progress tracking | Tracks & unlocks | Journal only | Coach tracks for you |
| Priority help & support | 24hr email response | 48hr support | Direct messaging with coach |
| Supported Path (chair + scaled) | Included in full | Not included | Included in full and programmed for you |
| Daily guided schedule | Auto-delivered, progressive | Manual calendar only | Coach-reviewed pacing |
| 1:1 coaching sessions | Not included | Not included | 6 sessions over 18 weeks |
Included
Limited or manual
Not included
100% tailored experience
| Feature | Guided | Essentials | Coached |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full 12-week workout plan | Included | Included | Included |
| Full access to all education & tutorials | Included | Included | Included |
| Workout categories | 5+ alternate tracks | 4 | 5+ coach-recommended mods |
| Specialized videos | 30+ | 12 | 30+ programmed for you |
| Modifications | Included in full | Limited modifications included | Included in full and programmed by your coach |
| Accountability + progress tracking | Tracks & unlocks | Journal only | Coach tracks for you |
| Priority help & support | 24hr email response | 48hr support | Direct messaging with coach |
| Supported Path (chair + scaled) | Included in full | Not included | Included in full and programmed for you |
| Daily guided schedule | Auto-delivered, progressive | Manual calendar only | Coach-reviewed pacing |
| 1:1 coaching sessions | Not included | Not included | 6 sessions over 18 weeks |
*tap on icon to show additional information
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® Guided
BEST FOR
Anyone who wants structure, motivation, and a clear path to consistency.
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RYC® Essentials
BEST FOR
Experienced movers who don't need pacing or accountability.
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RYC® Coached
BEST FOR
Those who want personalized support from a certified RYC® Coach.
As seen in:
Healing DR with RYC® looks like able to…
Healing DR with RYC® looks like 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 whole confident and capable again with RYC®
You’ll have a lived experience of how your whole body functions as a system, and learn strategies for continuing to build and maintain your strength in your daily life
RYC® is the proven method for regaining your strength and confidence, long term.
Begin Your Journey
Lauren Ohayon
Founder and program developer RYC
Laura Gregg
Silje Vold
Hanna Sandvig
Ivy Goldmann Garr
Ali Airey
Join the thousands of women taking back their strength and confidence
with Lauren
Choose your track
RYC® Guided
BEST FOR
Anyone who wants structure, motivation, and a clear path to consistency.
Enjoy the results that consistency delivers
- 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
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RYC® Essentials
BEST FOR
Experienced movers who don't need pacing or accountability.
Access the essential RYC® Method library
- 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
![]()
RYC® Coached
BEST FOR
Those who want personalized support from a certified RYC® Coach.
Personal programming and guidance from an RYC® Coach
- Includes everything in Guided
- 6 private sessions with your certified RYC® Coach
- Personalized modifications and expert adjustments
- Tailored pacing and guidance for complex healing
Choose your track
RYC® Guided
BEST FOR
Anyone who wants structure, motivation, and a clear path to consistency.
Enjoy the results that consistency delivers
- 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® Essentials
BEST FOR
Experienced movers who don't need pacing or accountability.
Access the essential RYC® Method library
- 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
![]()
RYC® Coached
BEST FOR
Those who want personalized support from a certified RYC® Coach.
Personal programming and guidance from an RYC® Coach
- Includes everything in Guided
- 6 private sessions with your certified RYC® Coach
- Personalized modifications and expert adjustments
- Tailored pacing and guidance for complex healing
What’s inside?
Included
Limited or manual
Not included
Personalized or upgraded experience
| Feature | RYC® Guided | RYC® Essentials | RYC® Coached |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full 12-week workout plan | Included | Included | Included |
| Full access to all education & tutorials | Included | Included | Included |
| Workout categories | 5+ alternate tracks | 4 | 5+ coach-recommended mods |
| Specialized videos | 30+ | 12 | 30+ programmed for you |
| Modifications | Included in full | Limited modifications included | Included in full and programmed by your coach |
| Accountability + progress tracking | Tracks & unlocks | Journal only | Coach tracks for you |
| Priority help & support | 24hr email response | 48hr support | Direct messaging with coach |
| Supported Path (chair + scaled) | Included in full | Not included | Included in full and programmed for you |
| Daily guided schedule | Auto-delivered, progressive | Manual calendar only | Coach-reviewed pacing |
| 1:1 coaching sessions | Not included | Not included | 6 sessions over 18 weeks |
Included
Limited or manual
Not included
100% tailored experience
| Feature | Guided | Essentials | Coached |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full 12-week workout plan | Included | Included | Included |
| Full access to all education & tutorials | Included | Included | Included |
| Workout categories | 5+ alternate tracks | 4 | 5+ coach-recommended mods |
| Specialized videos | 30+ | 12 | 30+ programmed for you |
| Modifications | Included in full | Limited modifications included | Included in full and programmed by your coach |
| Accountability + progress tracking | Tracks & unlocks | Journal only | Coach tracks for you |
| Priority help & support | 24hr email response | 48hr support | Direct messaging with coach |
| Supported Path (chair + scaled) | Included in full | Not included | Included in full and programmed for you |
| Daily guided schedule | Auto-delivered, progressive | Manual calendar only | Coach-reviewed pacing |
| 1:1 coaching sessions | Not included | Not included | 6 sessions over 18 weeks |
*tap on icon to show additional information
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® Guided
BEST FOR
Anyone who wants structure, motivation, and a clear path to consistency.
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RYC® Essentials
BEST FOR
Experienced movers who don't need pacing or accountability.
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RYC® Coached
BEST FOR
Those who want personalized support from a certified RYC® Coach.
Got Questions
Diastasis Recti abdominis is a common and natural effect of pregnancy. When the connective tissue thins to allow the abdominal wall muscles to separate, creating space for the growing baby, in most cases, this will return to normal in the weeks and months postpartum. It doesn’t happen naturally for some women, and they may need physical therapy if they don't heal within 6 weeks to 3 months following delivery. Surgery is usually only considered in extreme cases if the gap does not close within a year of physical therapy.
A great way to prevent worsening your diastasis recti is avoiding exercises that can make it worse, such as crunches, planks and twists. It's also important not to jump quickly out of bed or do anything else that causes a visible doming in the ab muscles. Instead, focus on safe diastasis recti exercises like those in RYC®'s foundational stages.
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.
Connective tissue is slow to heal. Many men and women can use simple core-strengthening techniques to heal their Diastasis Recti. People working with a rehab program should only consider surgery if they have been working with a rehabilitation program or with a physical therapist to restore function for a minimum of 1 year. Surgery can fail or create other issues if one doesn’t address the underlying problem of excess intra-abdominal pressure. If the Diastasis Recti persists after one year of therapy, it would be appropriate to consult a surgeon.
The most common symptom of Diastasis Recti is a bulge in the center of the abdomen, especially when you strain or contract your abdominal muscles.
Medically speaking, a separation of 2 finger widths or more is considered Diastasis Recti.
Diastasis recti can lead to back pain, digestive issues, urine leaking and lots of general discomfort. It can also stop you from being able to workout efficiently and reach your goals safely. In some rare cases tissue tears can lead to hernias where organs begin to poke out of the openings in your tissues. The RYC® program targets full-body healing, not just cosmetic results, to address these long-term concerns.
Belly binding is thought to help close the Diastasis Recti gap by wrapping a binder around your torso. However, wearing a splint or binder won't strengthen or tighten the muscles - but it might provide support for lower back pain and other issues related to pregnancy (or postpartum) and be an appropriate tool in the later stages of pregnancy and early weeks postpartum.
Women often ask me if they should run with Diastasis Recti. They're hoping for a definitive answer, but in my professional opinion, the response is not so simple. If you are well past the eight weeks postpartum, adding in low intensity exercises can be a great way to regain strength. However, this may look different for each person.
If you feel a gap or softness with muscles on either side, you may have Diastasis Recti. If you can feel the tensed muscles underneath your belly, you're probably just dealing with some abdominal fat. The good news is that most cases of Diastasis Recti are temporary (and abdominal fat can be temporary too!).
Water is essential for optimal health. To give yourself the best chance at healing, you need to get into good habits and maintain hydration - and that means hydrating with water! It doesn't all have to be plain water; diluted juices or herbal teas are also encouraged for increased hydration levels.
Diastasis Recti, is not a Hernia. Clinically, a Diastasis can look like an Inguinal or Umbilical Hernia when flexing your abdomen; you may notice a bulge near the belly button.
Diastasis Recti is a condition that develops when too much pressure is put on the abdominal muscles. This can cause the connective tissue between the rectus abdominis muscles to thin and create a bulge or a dip in the center of the abdomen. Depending on the activity and core engagement strategy, you may present with a bulge or a dip.
Digestion issues are a common complaint among those that have Diastasis Recti. Speak to a registered dietician or nutritionist if this is an issue for you.
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