Home Actress Gemma Atkinson HD Photos and Wallpapers May 2024 Gemma Atkinson Instagram - My phones rubbing it in reminding me of that time 5 years ago today when we weren’t exhausted 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 @gorka_marquez ❤️

Gemma Atkinson Instagram – My phones rubbing it in reminding me of that time 5 years ago today when we weren’t exhausted 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 @gorka_marquez ❤️

Gemma Atkinson Instagram - My phones rubbing it in reminding me of that time 5 years ago today when we weren’t exhausted 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 @gorka_marquez ❤️

Gemma Atkinson Instagram – My phones rubbing it in reminding me of that time 5 years ago today when we weren’t exhausted 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 @gorka_marquez ❤️ | Posted on 17/Aug/2023 23:47:54

Gemma Atkinson Instagram – Mornings then Vs mornings now! Switched up the fresh face and coffee for eye bags and a small human. 
There was a short time after having Mia that I genuinely thought I wouldn’t get any aspects of the “old me” back, in terms of little things like a hot coffee in the garden, a blow dry at the hairdressers, brunch with friends… I blame the hormones, exhaustion & vulnerability that comes with being a first time mum!  This time, I have a different mindset and although 2 is obviously harder in some aspects, it’s also easier in so many too! I feel like no one talks about that bit though, only the doom & gloom 😂 I personally find you’re way more chilled with the 2nd. When you see their milk rash, you know it’s that, their jet black tar looking 💩 you know is normal. I find I’m not questioning things as much because I’ve done it before & Mia’s turned out bloody brilliant. It’ll be a while until I’m sat in the garden with a coffee before my gym session, or before I’m getting my hair cut or arranging a brunch. BUT, it will come. It will happen, and the women we were before we became a mum will show her face every now and again and feel great. If it’s your first rodeo & you maybe feel how I did first time around, try not to worry. It’s normal. Like Rocky says, The world ain’t all sunshine & rainbows… 
Keep doing your thing Mums! Celebrate the small wins, ride through the lows and embrace the highs. I’ll keep you posted on when I’m next having a full hot coffee in peace in the garden before smashing out a killer workout on my own! Prob jan 2024 😂😉
Gemma Atkinson Instagram – Here’s some of my PP rehab so far. 

*I’ve been cleared by my Women’s health physio to start these and you must, MUST get the go ahead from a professional before starting any exercise postpartum, especially after a C section * Mine was also overseen by Mia 🥰😂

1. 10 mins on the bike to flush my legs. I have it on the lowest bumper level 1 and no more than 65 RPM

2. Chest opener stretch. My chest is tight from being hunched over nursing & carrying Tio so this feels great to loosen things. I do 1 min each side. 

3. Pelvic tilts. This is such a small movement but great for rebuilding pelvic floor strength. 

4. Glute bridge with pelvic floor squeeze. Again, nothing strenuous but focusing on my pelvic floor (imagine a zip running from your rib to your bum and slowly zipping it up and down)

5. Bird dog. I did loads of these after Mia, they again strengthen the core and improve stability which after having my massive bump & boobs I lost! I was almost toppling over 😂 Make sure to squeeze and engage core before each movement. 

6. V stretch on wall. This I do to open my hips and just because it feels really nice on my lower back.

7. I finish with 2 mins (trying to build up to 3) in the ice bath to help reduce inflammation and most importantly boost my mood! 

As you can see it’s nothing strenuous. I’m starting from scratch and my goal at the moment is just to rebuild my pelvic floor and close any Diastasis recti (which is common in pregnancy & postpartum)  I’m not sure how wide my tummy gap is yet, I’ll find out on Wednesday after my mummy MOT.  Kat from @hatch_athletic is overseeing my PP rehab and like I said, she’s given me the all clear after our assessment. Please don’t just start without getting the go ahead. Every pregnancy, and every postpartum journey is different. Take your time and trust the process. Small steps is the way forward ♥️

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