Women have specific health needs, and can take specific steps to look after those needs. Pelvic floor health is one example. The pelvic floor muscles are important enough that it’s worth looking after them. Besides Kegel exercises, what are some good workouts for women who want to strengthen their pelvic …
If you’ve spent any amount of time exercising or even just reading women’s magazines, you’ve doubtlessly heard about how important it is to strengthen your ‘core’ – ie, your abs and low back. And there’s no doubt that strengthening your core is incredibly important for your posture and your overall …
If you were experiencing sore legs or tight muscles in your back, a physical therapist would probably be the first person you called. But many people who are experiencing pelvic pain and dysfunction are unaware that pelvic floor physical therapy is also a viable treatment option. Just like with ‘regular’ …
There are several risk factors for pelvic floor disorders that you have no control over, such as genetics, age, and whether or not you’ve given birth vaginally. But lifestyle also plays a key role in your pelvic health, which gives you back some control. Heavy lifting can be a risk …
We all know that exercise is essential to a healthy body, and that’s definitely true when it comes to your pelvic floor. Women who start exercising this part of their bodies may wonder whether they can continue to do so during ‘that time of the month.’ It is safe to …
For women, your pelvic floor includes three main organs: the uterus (stores eggs for reproduction); bladder (stores urine before peeing); and the rectum (stores feces before elimination). Normally, these organs are supported by pelvic floor muscles that act as a hammock to ensure they maintain proper function. Pelvic floor muscles …
