We just wrapped up an insightful pelvic floor workshop, and let me tell you—it was eye-opening! Whether you're dealing with common issues like lower back pain, urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, or just want to understand how to strengthen this often-overlooked muscle group, our attendees learned a ton. Here are the top three takeaways from the workshop:

Workshop participants practicing their Transverse Abdominis (TA) activation and control

1. Your Pelvic Floor Isn’t Just About “Core” Work

Many of us think of core exercises as crunches and planks, but the pelvic floor plays a crucial role in stabilizing your entire core and pelvis. Strengthening it can improve posture, support lower back health, and even enhance athletic performance. This workshop helped us reframe core work and functional exercises to include pelvic floor exercises as a foundational piece.

2. It’s Not Just for Females

While the pelvic floor is often discussed in the context of women’s health, everyone has one! Males can also benefit from pelvic floor exercises, especially those who deal with lower back pain or want to improve bladder control. It’s about total-body health, regardless of gender.

3. It’s Never Too Late (or Too Early) to Start

Whether you’re in your 20s, 40s, or beyond, training the pelvic floor can benefit your body and boost your quality of life. We talked about how to assess control, tension, and how to get started with simple exercises. Here a few to try at home!