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Moment: How to do Kegel Exercises the RIGHT Way ft Dr. Sarah Reardon

In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD and pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Sara Reardon break down the essentials of pelvic floor health. They cover how to properly do Kegels, ways to strengthen or relax pelvic muscles, and provide practical tips for managing issues like leakage and pelvic tension.

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In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD is joined by pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Sara Reardon to explore the nuances of pelvic floor health. They discuss the correct way to perform Kegels, common mistakes, the importance of integrating pelvic floor exercises into daily routines, and how to address both weak and overactive pelvic floor muscles. Listeners will learn practical strategies for improving pelvic floor function, managing issues like post-void dribble and pelvic tension, and maintaining balance through stretching, relaxation, and strength training.

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00:00 How to do a Kegel
01:21 Integrating Kegels with exercise
03:39 Kegels for post-void dribble
05:35 High tone pelvic floor
07:47 Pelvic floor relaxation techniques
10:26 At-home relaxation exercises
12:04 Yoga/Pilates and pelvic floor
13:20 Risks of neglecting pelvic floor


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