This is Why Kegels Didn’t Work
I hear it a lot from women, “I tried Kegels but they didn’t work for me.” Well this is what you need to know about Kegels. Here are some reasons they didn’t work: You’re not doing them right. They might seem easy enough but about 50% of women do them incorrectly. I often see women substituting with other muscles by squeezing their butt or thighs or contracting their abs too much. It’s also important to incorporate the correct breathing pattern with performing Kegels because the diaphragm and pelvic floor muscles work in conjunction to regulate intra-abdominal pressure. To perform them correctly make sure you’re in good posture and, while exhaling,…
Take the Quiz!
Nearly one third of women experience pelvic floor dysfunction at some point in their life! This may include bladder leakage, pelvic pain, or pelvic organ prolapse. Women are often given medication or surgery as their only options, however, you have another option. Take the pelvic health quiz to rate your pelvic health and learn what you can do to prevent and treat these conditions without medication and surgery. Contact April@pelvicbalance.com with your results to get your personalized plan for improved pelvic health! Download the quiz!
Healing diastasis recti: This is what you’re missing
Healing diastasis recti is NOT just about strengthening the abdominal muscles Do you want to know if you have a diastasis recti? Contact April for a free screening! Call or text (847)220-4998 or email April@pelvicbalance.com
Postpartum Body Revival Program
The Postpartum Body Revival Program starts soon! Register today to reserve your spot! Call or text April at (847)220-4998
Postpartum Exercise Program
Introducing the Postpartum Body Revival Program! It doesn’t matter if you’re 6 weeks postpartum or 20 years postpartum, you will learn so much in this program! This class starts soon and will fill up quickly so register today!
Women’s Health Festival June 30th, 2018!
Don’t miss the Women’s Health Festival at Simple Balance Health Center! I will be sharing information on Mercier Therapy for infertility Free Admission!
Pelvic Floor Class This Week!
Pelvic Floor Awareness Class Thursday, May 3rd, 2018 5:30-6:30pm Simple Balance Health Center Connect to the pelvic floor through guided meditation and learn how to strengthen, relax, and lengthen the pelvic floor muscles. The pelvic floor muscles are an important part of the core but are often ignored in standard exercise classes. Learn how to incorporate these muscles into exercise for optimal function and prevention of pelvic floor disorders. To register call or text (847)220-4998 Cost is $10
Free workshop! Spring into Health Festival!
Don’t miss this free workshop! This Saturday at the Spring into Health Festival! Learn more
Spring into Health Festival!
Mark your calendar for the Spring into Health Festival! Learn more
What you need to know about exercising during pregnancy
The Benefits of Physical Therapy During Pregnancy and Postpartum Gone are the days when women were advised to rest and avoid too much activity during pregnancy. Now exercise is encouraged in most cases. It has been shown to be beneficial to not only the mother but the baby as well. Women who exercise throughout pregnancy have a decreased risk of gestational diabetes and may have fewer complications during pregnancy and delivery. Babies born to mothers who exercise can have a higher metabolism and are less likely to develop obesity in childhood. Now, the question is what type of exercise is best? A woman who currently exercises can continue her program…
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