Episode 22: Beyond Kegels: What You Should Know About Pelvic Floor Health with Kelsey Karnes, DPT

Send us Fan MailTired of crossing your legs when you sneeze? Struggling with constipation, back pain, or discomfort during intercourse or exercise?  Your pelvic floor could be the problem—and the solution.  In this episode, we sit down with pelvic floor physical therapist Kelsey Karnes to break down what happens when the pelvic floor is too weak or too tight, how these issues affect daily life, and most importantly—what you can do about it. Pelvic floor therapy is not just for postpartum moms; it’s for anyone who wants to move, exercise, and live without discomfort.  Tune in to learn how to strengthen and support this crucial part of your body! Find a Pelvic Rehab Practitioner Near YouFind Kelsey Karnes, DPT at Move Smart@movesmartkyMove Smart Pelvic Health blog     blog post on benefits of strength training for the pelvic floor     blog post on constipation and the pelvic floor     blog post on mentally connecting with the pelvic floorCheck to see if you have Pelvic Floor Dysfunction- Cozean Screening toolSquatty PottyUpcoming workshops at Move Smart.  Follow on Social media for more details:-April 21st Perimenopause workshop -May 7th Pre and Post natal workshop thestartinggatepodcast.comEmail us with questions and topics you want us to cover at [email protected] us on social media @thestartinggatepodcastThe content in this podcast is for general reference and educational purposes only.  It is not meant to be complete or exhaustive, or to be applicable to anyspecific individual’s medical condition.   No information provided in this podcast constitutes medical advice and is not an attempt to practice medicine or to provide specific medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  This podcast does not create a physician- patient relationship and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Please do not rely on this podcast for emergency medical treatment.  Remember that everyone is different so make sure you consult your own healthcare professional before seeking any new treatment and before you alter, suspend, or initiate a new change in your routine.