It can be really hard trying to explain to someone else how to do pelvic floor exercises correctly. There are all sorts of devices out there to try and help with this but what if you could exercise and train your pelvic floor correctly at the same time.
Does the Innovo restore the pelvic floor?
Back in May I introduced you to one of the latest products in pelvic floor health – the Innovo. Here’s a little reminder of what it was all about. I’ve written many times about the importance of looking after your pelvic floor and shared some ideas around how you can build and maintain a strong […]
Do you need to restore your pelvic floor?
I’ve written many times about the importance of looking after your pelvic floor and shared some ideas around how you can build and maintain a strong pelvic floor. Do you know what it is and how to maintain it? I’ve also discussed pelvic prolapse before, when one or more of the organs in the pelvis […]
Let’s talk about pelvic prolapse
So here goes, one of those things that rarely gets talked about but apparently happens to 50% of women – let’s talk about prolapse. What is it? Pelvic organ prolapse is when one or more of the organs in the pelvis slip down from their normal position and bulge into the vagina. It can be […]
How strong is your pelvic floor?
How much do you know about your pelvic floor? Firstly, in order to tackle pelvic floor issues, you will need to know what the pelvic floor actually is. Pelvic floor muscles are the layer of muscles that support the pelvic organs and span the bottom of the pelvis. The pelvic organs are the bladder and bowel in […]
Tackling pelvic floor issues and incontinence
The pelvic floor Firstly, in order to tackle pelvic floor issues, you will need to know what the pelvic floor actually is. Pelvic floor muscles are the layer of muscles that support the pelvic organs and span the bottom of the pelvis. The pelvic organs are the bladder and bowel in men, and bladder, bowel and uterus […]
A mini exercise plan to help you recover from childbirth
This is a guide to give you a few ideas about how to get back into shape after you have had your little one. However, do two things before you start exercising: Listen to your body – if you feel tired, are bleeding heavily or just don’t feel ready, then don’t do it. Rest, relax, […]
Fitness for new mums
Getting fit after giving birth is very personal thing and often depends on the mum and delivery. It also of course depends on the baby (it can be more challenging if you have a baby that likes to be held the bulk of the time) and of course the amount of time you have available […]