141: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Midlife with Erica Ziel

We used to laugh at our mothers when they’d sneeze and pee their pants.  I mean, who does that?! Turns out, the jokes on us. So we’re told, if you don’t want to pee your pants, do your kegels. But is that advice helpful, or harmful?  As we age into our 40’s, 50’s, and beyond, incontinence is one of those annoying things that we seem to accept as a normal part of aging and then laugh about. But contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to suffer.On today’s episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we’ll answer the question… how does your pelvic floor affect your bladder health, and how does it impact the other functions of your body?Together, we will unpack:How does your pelvic floor not just affect your bladder health, but many other functions of your body, as well?What exactly is your pelvic floor?What are the symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction?Are Kegels helpful or harmful?What are some simple exercises you can do to improve the health of your pelvic floor?Erica Ziel has over 20 years’ experience specializing in deep core, fascial and pre/postnatal training. Her mission is to help clients heal their body through movement, breathwork, mindset, and detoxification. She is the founder of Core Athletica®, owner of Core Athletica® Pilates Studio in Ankeny, Iowa, host of the Core Connections Podcast, creator of The Core Rehab Program, Core Studio Workouts & App, and the Knocked-Up Fitness® brand. Connect with Erica Ziel:Free Pelvic Floor Guide - www.ericaziel.com/pelvicfloorCore Rehab Program and Instructor Training - www.ericaziel.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ericaziel/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erica.ziel.1Core Connections Podcast - https://www.ericaziel.com/podcast Connect with Holly:▶️ FREE EMOTIONAL EATING PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz▶️ JOIN THE BREAK EMOTIONAL EATING ACCELERATOR - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/break-emotional-eating-accelerator▶️ APPLY FOR ELITE-LEVEL PRIVATE COACHING WITH HOLLY - https://wkf.ms/3XtDIKV▶️QUIT SUGAR IN 5 DAYS - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-sugar▶️ SUBSCRIBE TO SUBSTACK - https://substack.com/@hollybertone▶️ FOLLOW HOLLY BERTONE ON INSTAGRAM - @holly.bertone If this is your vibe, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review.