Online personal training gained loads more popularity during the lockdowns in 2020 and 2021. The fitness industry jumped online and personal training sessions were Zoomed into clients kitchen’s, offices, and playrooms. In its purest sense, online personal training is less about “a PT session”. But more about accessing a personal trainer or coach’s expertise without …
A study by Sze in 2002 found that over 80% of new mums had some prolapse present when assessed at 6 weeks. I’m not saying that this means postpartum prolapse is normal but is very common. Perhaps normal or abnormal (or dysfunctional) are the wrong terms (but so often get chucked around). Instead, it can …
A pelvic floor physiotherapist is a must-see if you’re experiencing pelvic floor symptoms. You may also find it useful to see how you are healing after giving birth, hysterectomy, or prolapse surgery. They have many, many talents but I’m going to focus on 3 reasons why seeing a pelvic floor physio is an awesome thing …
A super common question I am asked is “what are the best exercises for pelvic organ prolapse?”. Here’s the thing, it may not be a list of safe or unsafe exercises for prolapse. Instead, here are some different ways to think about the best exercises for prolapse which help empower versus fear-monger. Do pelvic floor …
Talking about your pelvic health or prolapse symptoms at work can be challenging. This blog is based on an Instagram live between Beth Davies and Sharon Oakley. Sharon shares her experience of talking about her pelvic health in her workplace. Plus some tips from Beth as to how to manage pelvic health and prolapse symptoms …
Can I lift weights with prolapse is such a common question! I get asked it so frequently that I thought I’d illustrate it with a client story. This wonderful client was referred to me by the lovely, Nicola Mulkeen who is a pelvic health phyiotherapist in the Midlands. The client is a Crossfitter who developed …
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 pelvic floor muscles. However, they may not be appropriate for everyone. …
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 section” (delete as appropriate) It’s ok to feel conflicted around feeling grateful It’s ok …
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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 a little uncomfortable during sex Stiffness or tightness in your lower …
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 now because I know my body is different to how it was. And in …