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E.W.

"After the 10 day birth prep class I can really tell a difference in the hips when I bring a leg forward for the pigeon stretch it's amazing it never felt that way ever since college."

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Traci Sells

"Doing the DR workouts has helped so much with my lower back pain!! I can't believe after just 6 workouts how much it has helped! I gave my daughter a bath the other night and for the first time in a long time my back wasn't screaming in pain! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ"

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Cera

"I am SO THANKFUL for this pregnancy program, the help from Stephanie, the encouragement from my squad and a friend at church. I'm just amazed how much these videos are helping! If it weren't for these workouts I think I would be bed ridden by now..."

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Dani

"I have been working out with Hifive a little more than 6 months and I absolutely love it. I've lost inches and am back in my pre-pregnancy jeans. 😁 I love this program and community!"

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Jennifer

"Went for a hike for the first time since baby was born and being on bed rest during my pregnancy. I was so worried I wouldn't have the core strength, but it felt amazing and felt strong in my core due to all the DR workouts. So grateful!"

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Casey K.

"Texted my friends a humble brag that my allergies have been terrible but I'm no longer peeing myself when I sneeze πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ˜‚"

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Eleanor K

"I did this during my pregnancy, which helped me feel stronger and have less pain during later pregnancy."

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Annika

"I have 5 kids in total and this is the most abs I have ever had postpartum. I was shocked at my 6 week appointment when I was told my prolapse was minimal. I give this app the credit!!"

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Marj

"Just finished day 20 of DR1. I have done other ab rehab apps and programs before. This one is so much more efficient and attainable!! 10 minutes, and it's different every time. I am really loving this program!!"

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Erin

"Just finished the pregnancy Pelvic Stability challenge! I have really felt all the muscles that make up the pelvis. From the groin to the muscles around the hips. It's helped my sciatica pain and it has really helped my pelvic stability so much!"

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Kerrie Q.

"After completing DR1 I've noticed my prolapse symptoms are improved - no more leaking, I can hold my bladder longer and I'm less constipated."

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Jenna Watson

"I am so pleased to say after completing DR 1 - my back spasm is completely gone!!! I actually even forgot about it until now."

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Brooke Stone

"I really like this program. Workouts are customized to each trimester and Stephanie gives great cues so I know I'm protecting my core. I feel more like myself this pregnancy and I like knowing that I am preparing my body for a better postpartum recovery."

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Euijin L

"It's been almost a year since I started Hifive. A year ago, I weighed 139 lb, and now I'm down to 119 lb. Not only have I lost weight, but I also feel stronger and much healthier."

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Amber B

"I'm on day 8, and I can't believe how effective the program is already. I worked with a PT for months after my 3yo was born, and I never stopped leaking. It actually got worse. I'm having NO leaking with these exercises and I'm happily stunned."

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Tiffanie

"I noticed that the last few nights have been the first I've slept without discomfort shooting down my back and stomach."

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Hanna Kern

"I'm back to doing my workouts after having our 4th baby! I started these workouts while I was 4 months pregnant and was hoping that my diastasis wouldn't get any worse. I'm so happy to say the core exercises work, even pregnant!"

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Lexie Skepner

"I feel like I've reactivated some core muscles that may have been dormant since 2020 πŸ˜†"

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Leah B

"Before the workout today I realized I had to pee, but I decided to just wait and then I realized I made it through jumping! In a sumo squat! And I didn't pee myself. 🀣"

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Ellie U

"I honestly feel like this program helped so much doing pregnancy strengthening and then the postpartum breathwork, stretches and even the c-section massage video over and over. A HUGE difference from my first c-section recovery."

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Abby Hiser

"I've always been a workout junky... until I got pregnant. I was exhausted and couldn't sleep at night because of back pain. This program was recommended by a friend and I'm feeling better already! It's really helping to ease the tension in my body."

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Natalie Gale

"Loving the short workouts. Squeezing in 5 minutes here and 10 minutes there has been so much more doable and less daunting than the traditional working out that I was used to pre-babies. And all the 5 and 10 minute sessions have really been adding up!"

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Jen

"I'm amazed that these short workouts really make me feel the burn! 5-10 minutes of controlled/targeted workouts vs an hour at the gym makes me actually look forward to these workouts."

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Jacqueline Ann Hart

"Had my last baby in March of this year. As a mom of three kids, five and under, the amount of time required for this program is extremely manageable. And it's been such a wonderful healing and strengthening tool. I highly recommend this program!"

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Abi Losli

"I felt the strongest and most connected during yesterday's hike, even in my third trimester. And even more than when I hiked this trail not pregnant. I know that's because of Hifive. These 5-10 minutes are adding up to a notable change!"

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Hanna Kern

"My core looks stronger and more together than it did pre-baby 3 and 4. And I'm so excited to get back to it and really restore my core muscles."

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Erin

"After the 10 day birth prep class I can really tell a difference in the hips when I bring a leg forward for the pigeon stretch it's amazing it never felt that way ever since college."

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Jennifer Cochran

"I just completed DR 3 and did the assessment. I lost 2 in from my waist since starting in August, and the separation is significantly less. Yay!"

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Annika B.

"I stopped peeing myself when I sneeze πŸ₯² I really didn't expect huge results from this program. I'm absolutely blown away and grateful. Definitely highly recommend this program. I'm so excited!"

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Joanna R

"It seems like 5 minutes wouldn't make a difference, but it does! I'm older and my body has struggled postpartum. This app has improved my core and confidence!"

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Melany White

"I had plateaued on my weight post baby, but the DR challenge helped me lose several more inches on my waist, then the lbs suddenly have started shedding without changing my diet!"

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Arie

"I feel strong from the inside out! My belly used to be a soft sponge, but now is strong enough for my 2 year old son to sit on. My DR is back to normal since I did the DR challenge, which is something I had actually given up on."

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Molly Meeks

"βœ… I'm nearly finished with foundations 2! I'm really impressed with the amount of core strength I've gained with just these short workouts πŸ’ͺ"

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Monica Ayers

"After 5 weeks without PT and only doing Hifive, I went to therapy today and my PT said my DR was closing! It was an inch above my belly button and now that area is closed and I only have DR over my belly button!! What a great program!"

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Sarah S.

"I'm really starting to feel a difference in my core. When I first started, certain exercises felt like something was shifting internally. Since strengthening, that shifting feeling in my organs (or whatever the heck it is!) has improved and almost ceased completely."

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Carrie K

"After my last pregnancy I kept getting injured trying to workout, my core did not feel connected and that caused injuries. I started slowly with this app, and now I have no pain, can move around easily, and I've built up strength and tone. Feels like a miracle!"

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Katie Din

"I actually think that after just 8 workouts I can tell a difference! Sorry if this is TMI but there seems to be less leakage when I sneeze and just in general I feel more in control of bladder! That's so exciting! πŸ₯°"

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Janelle C.

"Day 9! I'm not even kidding when I say I'm already noticing some changes in the way my core both looks and feels! Amazing program for the time / effort for the payoff!"

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Sarah Kirby

"Even with my spotty routine, I measured the other day and my waist was 3 inches down from when I started DR! Pretty cool how powerful it is."

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Katie Payne

"For real though, this program has been so transformative for me. I was able to do jumping jacks without peeing myself, so I'd say that is a FABULOUS marker of progress. Thank you for this amazing program!!"

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Jenna

"I have noticed less prolapse symptoms in just a few weeks so I'm here for it!"

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Coral

"I love the DR program and highly recommend it. My posture is now much better, so is the DR tension and gap and my strength is much better. No more tailbone or knee pain!"

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Stefani P

"I've had 9 babies. I've noticed a huge difference in my pelvic floor since doing HF for over a year now even though I had #9 about 6 months ago."

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Lindsey Henderson

"This is the only workout program that I feel like actually is realistic and good about starting positive routines! I am shocked that a few minutes a day has had any impact! But I think that goes to show that consistency is key."

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Rebecca M.

"This is exactly what I needed. 3.8 yrs post birth to twins and I still felt so disconnected from my core. I've tried PT but I think these simpler exercises will be more helpful than anything."

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Deborah Ludi Reidy

"I hate I didn't find HF in the beginning of my pregnancy, but it's been a total game changer. Best program ever. Challenging yet easy to incorporate."

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Ana K

"I'm rejoicing because I not only shaved 4 min off my mile but also didn't pee myself while running!!!! It's been years since I've been able to do that and it's all because of the pelvic floor videos on here! πŸ₯³πŸ₯³"

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Clear

"This program has been SO helpful and doable for me to keep up a workout streak, even if it's just 5 min most days. It feels great to be carving out time for myself and I'm looking forward to trying to do more in the new year."

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Tia

"Just gave birth to baby #6 on Sunday after completing the pregnancy program. It has by far been one of the easiest pregnancies and pp I've had, and he wasn't a small fry either 8-1/2 lbs. No tearing, minimal bleeding, and I love how strong my abs still feel."

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Tiffany W

"My chiro assessed my abs today and said I'm down to a 4 finger separation (started with 6) and am developing good tone! It's working!"

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Emily E

"It's encouraging to know that small steps can make a big change. As a busy momma it can feel like all or nothing to me but these 5-10 min videos feel doable even if it means putting off sleep for ten more min."

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D.L.

"Just did my day 1! I'm still in my 1st trimester and so sick but I was able to do a gentle 5 minute stretch and it was just what I needed!"

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Michelle Banco

"I just started weight lifting, and even though I've never done this before, my core kicks in automatically with each lift. All thanks to consistently doing Hifive! I love that I can easily add extra on top of my daily 5 minutes and keep challenging myself."

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Sarah

"I'm thankful for this program! It's simple, achievable, and I'm seeing results. My DR is almost closed, and I feel so much stronger already."

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Stacey Minniti

"So today I am on day 16 of foundation 1 and I realized today that I am not feeling my lower back or nerve pain really anymore! πŸ₯³πŸ™ŒπŸ»"

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Nina

"I love that these workouts are 5 mins. Came back from a longgg and late work dinner and still was able to do my abs!"

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Mera VR

"I'm so happy right now. I can finally jump and jog in place without having a pain inside my abdomen."

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Eleanor K

"I am doing the DR program and already feeling results half way through phase one. I love how they are only 5-10 minutes. It actually feels doable for me with a 3 year old and newborn."

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KK

"Yall!! Just checked my DR.. Before it was 3 fingers at the top and bottom ... it's now 2!! I'm shocked, didn't think this would work that fast! πŸ˜­πŸ™ŒπŸ» I just hit 30 days on this app so I was curious! So glad I checked... so motivating to keep going!!!"

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Ronda R

"Yesterday I lifted my shirt to see if anything looked different and it actually does!!! The DR 2 challenge is finally showing up on my body. This gives me the energy to keep going and doing the workouts. 50 day streak today!"

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Erin

"Just finished the Pelvic Stability challenge! It's helped my sciatica pain and it has really helped my pelvic stability so much! I have really felt all the muscles that make up the pelvis. From the groin to the muscles around the hips."

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Hannah

"Day 100 in a row! Thankful for this program as my belly is not sagging in a way it has with my last three pregnancies at the tail end."

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Katherine Willis

"I just finished day 8 and I already feel less squishy in my mid section!!"

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Caroline Shepler

"My posture has greatly improved, and my core and whole body are noticeably stronger! It's easier to lift my 7 year old for a big mama bear hug :) I do have more energy, enjoy the consistency and me time and good habits these workouts have created!"

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Elise Floyd

"Honestly, I am most proud of my perseverance to get back into a workout habit thanks to this app. The 5 min only mindset really makes a difference for me."

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Kelli N

"Y'all I can NEVER stick with an exercise program after 3 weeks. Just made a 20-day streak. These workouts are so easy to squeeze in! I do them as soon as my baby wakes up from her first nap while my toddler plays."

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Liz Nanigian

"I'm honestly feeling relieved because I've been so irritable and sad due to chronic back pain but I feel like these workouts are giving me a light at the end of the tunnel ❀️"

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Stephanie

"I wish I found this sooner... Day 3 were exercises my PT was having me do. This app is so much more affordable and effective than PT. My pain is so much more manageable and my core is stronger. My leakage has stopped too! I'm really excited to continue."

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Angela

"I am loving this Pelvic Floor challenge. The narration is helping so much. With her guidance I could feel my abs and pelvic floor contracting at a whole new depth. I am feeling so much stronger and I know this working."

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Jenny Loewenstein

"I cannot recommend this app enough. Since starting the program, my pelvic floor has significantly improved, which means I can now jump on a trampoline with my kids or sneeze without worrying about leaking πŸ˜‚ I recommend it to all my mom friends!"

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Jessie M

"I just finished DR1, and it feels great! I already feel stronger, and my mom pooch is getting smaller."

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A.S.

"I have scoliosis and have rods in my back from top to bottom, so I'd have Chiropractic appts every 3 months. If it went over 3 months, I'd suffer from severe neck, headaches and hip pain. With this app, I don't need treatments anymore!! I am forever grateful!!!"

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Becky

"I'm on a 40 day streak! And there is a noticeable difference in the way my belly looks and feels. All this focus on core has been awesome!"

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Anna Siederman

"Today marks my 1 year with this app. I am down 60lbs from my start date only doing this method and walks daily when the weather permits. I am so proud of myself for staying consistent and am so incredibly grateful for this program."

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Hilary B.

"I have very violent sneezes and nose-blowing, and I don't have to cross my legs any more to blow my nose πŸ˜‚"

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Sarah W.

"OMIGOSH Ladies!! I just sneezed and didn't pee myself for the first time in 8 yrs! 😁 I don't think I've ever been more excited πŸ˜†"

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Bailey Rowley

"I just finished day 13 and my mind is being blown by how effective these DR workouts are 🀯 so good!!!"

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Kate P

"I really notice a difference in my body in many ways since doing the 5 min a day through my second trimester, after getting so weak during my first trimester."

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Caryn Lazzuri

"Once again so grateful for 5 minute workouts (and stretches!) that allow me to keep my habit strong even when life is chaos and my body isn't feeling great."

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Brittany D

"What an amazing feeling to finish the DR program!!! I can feel a huge difference during the progress checks and actually see ab definition now! I'm overjoyed with the results so far and it's motivating me to keep going!!"

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Anne Sizemore

"I have been doing Hifive consistently over the past year. I just had my second baby and I only pushed for 10 MINUTES!!!! I couldn't believe how strong I was and how much of a difference this program makes. My recovery has also been so speedy this time around. I have been sharing with EVERYONE about the glories of this app."

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Shana Bender

"I just finished Day 16 and OMG. A year ago I would have had bulging and doming. I'm amazed at seeing a measurable difference. I'm not afraid of my core anymore!! πŸ’ͺπŸ’•"

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Mackenzie Scott

"Since doing these workouts, my chronic low back pain has improved tremendously. I've struggled with low back pain even prior to having my kids. It's been amazing to see how something small has changed my back pain so fast."

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Anna Keeve

"These workouts are awesome!! Absolutely love the focus on doing the movements properly to heal our bodies. I did 2 videos yesterday and I could feel my core engaged the entire rest of the day!! So thankful I found this!"

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Krissy G

"Day 12 and for the first time when I go to lay on my side for sleep, I don't feel unstable. I used to have to like prop my back so my body wouldn't crumble but now I feel like I can keep good alignment without outside help. It's definitely working!"

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Abigail MacDonald

"This program is the only thing I've started that I've kept with. I'm down 12 pounds now which is super encouraging!"

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Jane

"This sounds silly but I was both excited and surprised to see some improvement on the assessment! After several years of having a DR, I was shocked to see how much 30 days could make a difference!"

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Emily

"I've been using my measurements to assess my postpartum healing progress rather than lbs on the scale and noticed I was 5 inches down!"

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Emilia Welch

"Day 14 βœ… this challenge has done more to manage my back pain in 2 weeks than 5 months at PT did πŸŽ‰ So grateful for this program here!"

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Cassie Henry

"I feel like my core has improved a lot! I used to have lower back pain after sitting at my desk, but haven't noticed it at all in the last few weeks. I also feel like my posture has improved. I'm looking forward to continuing!"

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Rebecca Hardy

"The exercises are Soo weird! My kids think it's hilarious to watch and laugh while I do them, but they do work! I have been sore in places I didn't know could get sore and I feel a major difference in my core after only a week and a half."

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Kay H

"I was sore in my core after 4 days of 10 min workouts. Good to feel things working again! My brain forgot how to make these muscles work."

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Tia

"I gained SO much more weight with my most recent baby. I honestly thought I was going to have to buy a whole new wardrobe. Thanks to Hifive, my muscles have toned up and I fit into most of my regular clothes again, including most of my size 4 skirts. πŸ™ŒπŸ»"

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Brianna I.

"I've been dealing with stage two prolapse and I've been working on the pelvic floor course... well my pelvic floor therapist was BLOWN away by how much improvement I've had! I'm so happy to hear the good news!"

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Stephanie

"I started with a 3 finger DR and after just 9 days I can already tell a huge difference in the way I look and feel! So can my husband! I've never worked out this consistently before and I love how it makes me feel! :)"

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Jamie A.

"When I started my ab separation was about 1-1.5 finger widths. I just checked and I can hardly feel any separation! This is the only targeted ab exercising I’ve done! I'm so appreciative of this program!"

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Amanda O.

"My clothes fit better, I have more energy throughout the day, and feel stronger for my kids!"

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Ann S.

"I went for a hike for the first time since my baby was born and being on bed rest during pregnancy. I’m shocked that I felt so strong in my core due to all the DR workouts I’ve been doing with this program. So grateful for this!"

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Jennifer C.

"I just completed DR 3 and did the assessment. I lost 2 in from my waist since starting in August, and the separation is significantly less. Yay!"

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Erin

"I can come home from a long day of work and not be in a state of barely able to move."

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Melany W.

"The DR challenge helped me lose several inches on my waist, then the lbs suddenly have started shedding without changing my diet, and I can jump on the trampoline with the kiddos without peeing my pants 🀣. Win win!"

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Shana B.

"I just finished Day 16 and OMG. A year ago I would have had bulging and doming. I'm amazed at seeing a measurable difference. I'm not afraid of my core anymore!! πŸ’ͺπŸ’•"

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Erin

"I wanted to say I did the assessment in the challenge and it was so thorough and easy to understand! I had tried a few home assessments that I never found very helpful and also had a free assessment by a professional after that. I have a one finger gap but can already tell I have gotten stronger. Can’t wait to see my progress!"

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Traci S.

"I gave my daughter a bath the other night and for the first time in a long time my back wasn’t screaming in pain! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ"

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Arie S.

"Wow!! This DR challenge is working! I had an upper ab separation, like 3 in above the belly button. And now it's closed! I can’t feel or see the separation anymore!!!πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ† that’s worth working hard for!!"

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Monica A.

"After 5 weeks without PT and only doing CM, I went to therapy today and my PT said my DR was closing! It was an inch above my belly button and now that area is closed and I only have DR over my belly button!! What a great program!"

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Meghan K.

"If you ever have any doubts about this program working or changing things for the betterβ€” let me tell you IT WORKS!!! Before starting this program in I had at least a 2 finger separation and now it’s a less than 1 finger!!"

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Hana M.

"I love to do circuit workouts with weights and I've realized through this program how I was probably damaging my pelvic floor in the way I was lifting. Now I find myself engaging my core a lot more and it helps me doing squats and the lifts!!! It's mind blowing for me"

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Nicole M.

"I'm so thankful for this app! It makes working out and getting stronger effortless compared to trying to workout on my own or go to the gym. Having 5 kids at home is no easy task, but I can find a 5-10 minute pocket in my day and all I have to do is follow a video! No planning."

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Juanita P.

"I really love this program. It’s the only thing that I can see myself be consistent with and it’s not overwhelming like so many other programs I’ve tried."

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