OHbaby! Forums : Ideas for toning mummy tummy https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:09:54 +0000 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 00:13:07 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=37589 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : Lots of swiss ball exercises will...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1248390&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1248390 Author: girly_girl
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Posted: 23 January 2011 at 12:13am

Lots of swiss ball exercises will do it, pilates, planks, good ol' dancing isolations (rib circles and hip circles), swimming, zumba - oh and the one I find does the most is remembering correct posture throughout the day - suck in and hold (don't even need to lie down). hth]]> Sun, 23 Jan 2011 00:13:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1248390&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1248390 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : kiwi2 wrote:I just ate until...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1248189&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1248189 Author: Zaylah
Subject: 37589
Posted: 22 January 2011 at 7:35pm

Originally posted by kiwi2 kiwi2 wrote:

I just ate until it filled out again and got firm. lol. Not the right type of firm though. Sorry not much help.


Hehe! ]]> Sat, 22 Jan 2011 19:35:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1248189&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1248189 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : I too need ideas!! I got split...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1248178&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1248178 Author: Richie
Subject: 37589
Posted: 22 January 2011 at 7:23pm

I too need ideas!! I got split abdo muscles after having Isla (bound to happen with her being 11lb 8oz I guess...) as well. I've managed to drop 27kg (now 2kg below pre preg weight) but have a yucky saggy marshmellow stomach. Planks sound good...... must try them.
Getting married in Nov so want to be wel and truly toned by then!! ]]> Sat, 22 Jan 2011 19:23:27 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1248178&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1248178 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : on the box of mine it says S=5&#039;0...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247320&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247320 Author: jazzy
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 6:50pm

on the box of mine it says
S=5'0 to 5'5 ball size 22'/55'cm
M=5'6 to 5'11 ball size 26'/65cm
L=6'0 to 6'3 ball size 30'/75cm

I got The Firm core stability ball from the warehouse & it has a dvd & pump also, can not remember the price could of been around $30ish]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 18:50:47 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247320&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247320 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : I just ate until it filled out...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247294&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247294 Author: kiwi2
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 6:21pm

I just ate until it filled out again and got firm. lol. Not the right type of firm though. Sorry not much help.]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 18:21:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247294&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247294 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : How do I know its the right size?...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247197&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247197 Author: Kellz
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 4:24pm

How do I know its the right size? I have a very small one which I find useless, and borrowed one of my parents for when pregnant/during labour- but when sitting on it my feet dont touch the floor!]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 16:24:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247197&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247197 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : Get a swiss ball, they are great,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247119&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247119 Author: Nothing
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 3:12pm

Get a swiss ball, they are great, just make sure you get the right size for you. You can get them cheap off trade me.]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:12:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247119&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247119 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : Thanks everyone. I was thinking...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247111&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247111 Author: Kellz
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 3:06pm

Thanks everyone. I was thinking of seeing if I could get an appt at the hospital with the phyio I had after having Aiden- my hips/pelvis were out of alignment and she also gave me excercise for the abdo muscle gap.

Im very keep to get into zumba, so might give that a go plus those planks I can do while still looking after the kids, awesome! I might look for a second hand zumba dvd- dont need the whole pack, just want one to get me started so I dont look so unco when I go!]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:06:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247111&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247111 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : I need to find motivation to do...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247090&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247090 Author: kakapo
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 2:48pm

I need to find motivation to do the same thing .  This site lists some post partum exercises recommended by a physiotherapist ... might be a good starting point?

]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:48:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247090&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247090 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : Zumba works really well. Hasn&#039;t...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247079&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247079 Author: AandCsmum
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 2:42pm

Zumba works really well. Hasn't shifted the mummy fat on top yet but underneath my whole core muscles are fab.

The more you get into the twisting moves the more of the waist & muscles up under your ribs are toned as well.]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:42:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247079&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247079 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : I should try those &#034;planks&#034;!...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247073&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247073 Author: whitewave
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 2:40pm

I should try those "planks"! Otherwise Pilates is good. I've just bought some Zumba DVD's, hoping that it'll be a fun way to get fit and tone my tummy and thighs. It is fun, but I haven't done enough yet to tell you whether its effective!]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:40:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247073&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247073 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : Planks!!!! They are the best thing...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247041&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247041 Author: NovMum
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 2:14pm

Planks!!!! They are the best thing for toning your tummy and they also work on the sides as well... Kinda hard to do but to start with you rest on your fore arms with your elbows at 90 degrees so your elbows are right under your shoulders then go up on your toes, bum down so that you form a 'plank'... Trick is to keep your body as straight as possible, once you can't keep on your toes anymore you can drop down to your knees but still keep you body as straight as possible and bum down.. If this makes no sense try googling it for a better description ]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:14:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1247041&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1247041 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : try using a Swiss ball & doing...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1246885&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1246885 Author: jazzy
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 11:45am

try using a Swiss ball & doing exercise with that. Pilates is good also.]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 11:45:16 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1246885&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1246885 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : Trying to get out and walk everyday...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1246853&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1246853 Author: bopmum
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 11:14am

Trying to get out and walk everyday (I know not possible for some people!) has helped me get a flat tum, also we have an ab circle that seems to help! And DP makes me do weights with him every 2nd night which includes doing things to help the abs! It kills me but i enjoy it! Good luck!]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 11:14:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1246853&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1246853 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : I also would llike to know the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1246816&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1246816 Author: MuppetsMama
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 10:49am

I also would llike to know the answer to this!
although I expect in my case actually not being too lazy to do exercises/sit ups might help considerably... ]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 10:49:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1246816&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1246816 <![CDATA[Ideas for toning mummy tummy : I currently do no excercise and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1246733&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1246733 Author: Kellz
Subject: 37589
Posted: 21 January 2011 at 9:53am

I currently do no excercise and never really have, but want to strengthen my stomach muscles before getting pregnant again. I had separated abdo muscles with #2- the gap was as wide as my hand. Its now completely closed up, but I really want to improve my muscles and want to know the best ways without spending lots of money or having to go to the gym- I havent the time/$/inclination to do that!
What has worked for u?]]> Fri, 21 Jan 2011 09:53:01 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=37589&PID=1246733&title=ideas-for-toning-mummy-tummy#1246733