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The Pelvis Project Podcast
Welcome to The Pelvis Project Podcast! Join hosts, Megan Bengtson and Roxi Roberts, two pelvic floor physical therapists who are passionate about spreading pelvic health awareness and starting conversations surrounding the truth behind genuine health and imperfect wellness. They’re on a mission to educate, guide, and encourage you, and they believe that joyfully navigating your journey IS possible, no matter the season of life you’re in.
Our health and well-being extends far beyond just the physical aspect. Getting to know and really understand ourselves on a deeper level is powerful, and in turn, this will overflow into every area of our lives. Megan and Roxi are excited to be starting this conversation, and can’t wait to have you join along for the ride. And of course - don’t forget to take a deep breath and relax your pelvic floor!
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The Pelvis Project Podcast
61. Pelvic Floor Basics: Understanding Your Pelvic Floor From the Ground Up
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Pelvic health is one of those topics that everyone has heard about, but very few people truly understand.
In today’s episode, we’re going back to the pelvic floor basics. We’re breaking down what the pelvic floor actually is, what it does, and why it’s so much more than the dysfunction-based conversations most people are hearing!
Our goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported - not scared or confused.
While you can’t *see* your pelvic floor muscles, they’re doing a LOT in your everyday life (for both women AND men).
If there’s one key takeaway from this episode, it’s this: your pelvic floor is a dynamic, adaptable muscle system - not a problem to ignore, or a muscle to endlessly overwork. True pelvic health goes FAR beyond kegels!
Pelvic health is never one-size-fits-all, and meaningful progress takes time. With the right input and individualized care, real healing is absolutely possible!
Episode Recap:
- Why pelvic health is so much more than dysfunction
- What the pelvic floor really is + how they can become overworked like any other system
- Understanding that BOTH men & women have pelvic floors with crucial roles
- 6 key functions of the pelvic floor
- Why pelvic floor challenges aren’t always about weakness
- How breathing and pressure management are closely connected to the pelvic floor’s function
- Why symptoms like leaking, urgency & pain are common, but NOT normal
- Why pelvic health is individualized and goes FAR beyond kegels
**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. These conversations are for educational purposes only. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.
Links/Resources:
- Ep. 3 | Pelvic Health 101: Optimizing Your Pelvic Floor & Beyond to Live Your Best Life
- Follow on Instagram @the.pelvis.project
- Follow Megan on Instagram @kansaspelvichealth
- Follow Roxi on Instagram @goodlifepelvichealth
- Check out Megan's website
- Check out Roxi's website