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One exercise that stretches the whole body and targets muscles and joints at the same time is the standing forward bend. Here’s how to do it: Stand upright with your feet about shoulder-width apart.

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Certain exercises can worsen muscle separation and delay healing. Traditional abdominal exercises like crunches and sit-ups create excessive pressure along the midline, potentially widening the gap.

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Rectus Abdominis: These are your front-and-center ab muscles (a.k.a. your "six-pack"). They help you flex forward and play a key role in maintaining core engagement and stability.

Abdominal muscles are used for almost every activity, from breathing to biking. Even when the body is fully at rest, core muscles work together to keep the body in place.