Dexa/ParentData with Emily Oster

Published Jan 30, 2025

It’s Never Too Late for Pelvic Floor Therapy: Why it’s about more than Kegels

Join Emily Oster and pelvic health expert Sara Reardon as they delve into the crucial importance of pelvic floor therapy beyond traditional Kegel exercises, exploring its benefits for perimenopause, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery, while debunking myths and emphasizing its role in overall well-being for women and men.

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- What are her key insights on menopause?
  Asked by 128 people
- What are the best exercise routines to follow during perimenopause?
  Asked by 85 people
- What are the best pelvic floor exercises?
  Asked by 70 people
- How do pelvic floor exercises affect sexual health in relation to the episode Does Sex Really Make A Vagina Loose? | Pelvic floor Therapist Breaks Down the Truth and the clip Pelvic Floor Dynamics?
  Asked by 53 people
- Is there any specific workout advice for perimenopause in the episode Building the Foundation of a Solid Strength Training Program with Dr. Andy Galpin and the clip Women's Strength Training?
  Asked by 45 people
- Can you tell me more sleep tips for new parents?
  Asked by 30 people
- What are the benefits of Kegel exercises?
  Asked by 29 people
- What are Kegel exercises?
  Asked by 28 people
- How do you perform Kegel exercises?
  Asked by 19 people
- What are some advanced pelvic floor exercises?
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- How to properly do Kegel exercises as discussed in the episode Dr. Rena Malik: Improving Sexual & Urological Health in Males and Females | Huberman Lab Podcast and the clip Mastering Kegel Exercises?
  Asked by 15 people
- What exercises help relax the pelvic floor as discussed in the episode Dr. Rena Malik: Improving Sexual & Urological Health in Males and Females | Huberman Lab Podcast and the clip Pelvic Floor Relaxation?
  Asked by 15 people
- How can pelvic floor exercises improve sex?
  Asked by 14 people
- How do you perform Kegels properly?
  Asked by 12 people
- What are the best strategies for optimizing pelvic health?
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