Strength Training and
Pelvic Health Blogs
Can I run with prolapse?
Can I run with prolapse? A question I am often asked is ‘can I run with prolapse?’ I absolutely believe you can, and have helped many clients to get there. But here’s the thing, running with prolapse isn’t just about the pelvic floor, it’s about the whole body (and mind!).
Will pregnancy make my prolapse worse?
Will pregnancy and birth make my prolapse worse? Beth Davies discusses prolapse and pregnancy and shares her top tips for navigating pregnancy and pelvic organ prolapse
How to make progress with your ‘prolapse safe’ exercises
How to make progress with your ‘prolapse safe’ exercises You’ve been working hard on your prolapse safe exercises but progress has stalled. You feel stuck between the safety net of what you believe to be safe and wanting to progress your exercises. Here are 5 ‘prolapse safe’ exercises and how
Do pelvic floor exercises heal prolapse?
Do pelvic floor exercises heal prolapse? Do pelvic floor exercises heal prolapse is hugely debated. This is a huge question from those experiencing pelvic organ prolapse! And one that comes with an “it depends” answer. Sorry! That old chestnut! Pelvic floor exercises are a great starting point to strengthen your
Why gratitude can be hard when you have pelvic organ prolapse
Why gratitude can be hard when you have prolapse Here’s why gratitude can be tricky if you’re experiencing prolapse symptoms. Because the message you may have heard is…. “Feel grateful your baby is healthy” “Feel grateful it didn’t do more damage” “Feel grateful you didn’t need to push/have a c
How to own your 6 week post natal check with your GP
How to own your 6 week post natal check The 6 week GP check and sign off is often viewed as a green light for all pre pregnancy activities to resume. Right? Not so fast…. This check up is often as vague as it gets. Which is why it’s a
Is your pelvic floor too tight?
Is your pelvic floor too tight? Tight pelvic floor muscles are a thing! Are you doing all the squeezing and lifting for your pelvic floor and still finding one or more of the following symptoms? Leaking during exercise or sneezing or laughing Little relief from your prolapse symptoms Things are
Do you need a “perfect pelvic floor or core”?
Do you need a perfect core or pelvic floor? Nope! A good few years back, I remember walking in to see a physio and saying “I’d like to have a perfect pelvic floor” Cringe!!!! and I was a long way off at that point too! I can laugh at that
What is Pelvic Organ Prolapse?
What is pelvic organ prolapse? Pelvic organ prolapse is defined by The International Urogynecology Association (IUGA) and International Continence Society (ICS) as; “A departure from normal sensation, structure, or function, experienced by the woman is reference to the position of her pelvic organs” There are different kinds of prolapse (see