In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik and Dr. Julie Sarton explore the concept of incorporating pelvic floor exercises into your fitness routine, similar to having a dedicated leg day at the gym. Dr. Julie shares various techniques for both lengthening and strengthening the pelvic floor, emphasizing the importance of exercises that promote flexibility and strength. They discuss practical methods such as deep squats, yoga positions like happy baby and child's pose, and diaphragmatic breathing to enhance pelvic floor health. Additionally, they touch on advanced strength training moves involving lunges and rotational exercises. Listeners will gain practical advice on incorporating pelvic floor day into their workout regimen to promote overall pelvic health and well-being.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:04 Pelvic floor day idea

00:35 Benefits of squatting

01:23 Iranian patient's experience

03:10 Holding squat position

04:08 Yoga lengthening exercises

07:10 Strengthening exercises

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