This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Kegels for Men Have you heard of pelvic floor exercises for men? These moves, including the ...
While Kegel exercises are the traditional therapy for pelvic floor dysfunction, “many women don’t know how to do them properly,” said Tamara Grisales, M.D., a urogynecologist at UCLA. Instead, they ...
Your pelvis does more than just hold up your body – it plays a central role in stability, posture, movement, bladder and bowel control, and core strength. Whether you’re walking, sitting, lifting, or ...
When you “own the movement”, it means you feel confident and in control of your body and the weight at all times. This is the key to knowing whether you’re doing the exercise right: how smooth and ...
The main muscles recruited when performing a pullup are the back (specifically the rhomboids and lats ), arm muscles including the posterior deltoids and biceps, and the core. Here are some of the ...
Occasional urine leaks may seem harmless, but they can be signs of bladder or pelvic floor issues. A gynecologist explains why it is important not to ignore it.
New research is highlighting how men are affected by a weak or overtightened pelvic floor, bringing awareness to an issue that was previously focused on women.
Avoid power peeing to prevent disrupting bladder function and pelvic floor issues. Learn how to train your pelvic floor for healthier urination and when to seek medical advice.
Nordic curls are a bit of a gymgoer’s party trick. As you lower the backside of your body backwards toward the ground, it may look like you’re levitating from certain angles. But this move isn’t all ...