Pelvic Floor Training: Strengthen Your Body During and After Pregnancy

What is the pelvic floor?

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the organs in the pelvis, including the lower back, uterus, and rectum. During pregnancy, the pelvic floor naturally weakens due to increased weight and hormonal changes your body undergoes. Therefore, it is a very good idea to start training and strengthening your pelvic floor – both during and after your pregnancy.

Want to know more about pregnancy and conditions like pelvic pain or pelvic girdle pain? Read more at MyBelly's network of experts, Vejle Bækkenklinik. Here you can read about: "Why do some pregnant women experience pelvic and back pain, and what can be done about it?"

Pelvic floor exercises during pregnancy are important to prepare your body for childbirth. According to Sundhed.dk, a training program with three sets of Kegel exercises is an effective way to train the pelvic floor.

Kegel Exercises (Pelvic Floor Exercises)

Kegel exercises are a training method that focuses on repeated contractions and relaxations of the pelvic muscles. The exercises are better known as pelvic floor exercises, as they strengthen the muscles around the pelvis.

Benefits of pelvic floor training:

• Improves muscle tone in the pelvis.
• Alleviates pain during intercourse.
• Reduces the risk of urinary incontinence after childbirth.

Many are unsure whether they are performing the exercises correctly. Therefore, we recommend seeking help from a physiotherapist to ensure optimal training during your pregnancy.

You can read much more about general training during pregnancy and after childbirth in our complete guide here.

Pregnancy Swimming

Swimming is generally considered the gentlest form of exercise, and as a pregnant woman, you can continue to swim right up to childbirth. Swimming can help strengthen the muscles around the pelvis and increase your body strength without overloading your joints.

However, it is important to be aware that certain types of swimming can be more strenuous than others. Therefore, it may be a good idea to consult a doctor or physiotherapist to find the best form of exercise for you. Read more in our article about swimming during pregnancy and after childbirth.

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