8. Exercise and the Pelvic Floor Tales From the Floor

Welcome back to Tales From the Floor, where we will be talking about all things pelvic floor physiotherapy! In our second last episode, my team of pelvic floor physiotherapists and I are focusing on boot camps, barbells, running, and your pelvic floor! There is a conundrum of misinformation out there on women and exercise and we are here to clear up the confusion for you.

Today, we will touch on exercise during and after pregnancy. As pelvic floor physiotherapists, we help moms-to-be and new moms tailor their exercise programs to their individual situations and determine what kind of exercise is right for them. Pregnancy and giving birth doesn’t mean you can’t exercise; it just means that changes might have to be made to your normal routine. Our moms, however, aren’t the only ones who leak or experience pelvic pain and pressure while exercising. In this episode, we’ll also share some of the things we do to help any woman whose pelvic floor is uncomfortable during a workout. Last but not least, we’ll share some signs or symptoms that most likely indicate you should stop your workout. It’s important to remember that you should stop any exercises that cause your pelvic floor any pain or discomfort, whether you’re pregnant or not. Keep listening as we discuss exercise and the pelvic floor and join us on Facebook and Instagram at @talesfromthefloor and @abodyinmotionrehab. The Return to Running Postnatal study mentioned by Keri can be found here!

Tales From the Floor is all about honest, raw, and upbeat conversations that are meant to educate, empower, and introduce you to your pelvic floor as well as the ones we visit on a regular basis. This podcast is for everyone: all genders, all ages, and all stages. No more whispering, it’s time to talk tales from the floor!

You can also connect with Keri, Laura, and Nadia on Instagram at:

@kerivpelvicpt

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