Umbilical hernia, diastasis recti, out of shape
I want to get back into working out. I’m very out of shape and haven’t exercised in a while. I quit drinking recently and I’m just overall wanting to get back to a healthier lifestyle. I used to do lots of HIIT exercises in a group setting, but haven’t in years. After my last pregnancy six years ago, I developed a diastasis recti and an umbilical hernia. The hernia is very small and it doesn’t require surgery (though someday I’d love to just for cosmetic purposes) and the diastasis isn’t very big (maybe 1 to 2 fingers). Because of this I have like no core strength. It affects my back pretty badly, so I do have some persistent low back pain. I want to incorporate cardio but more importantly strength training. I don’t have a gym membership and can’t afford one at the moment. I do have 10 and 15 lb dumbbells at home, as well as a resistance band and a mat. What are some beginner exercises you’d recommend that are safe for my core?