Should You Squeeze Before You Lift? A Clear Guide For Active Moms
About this episode
The episode explores the effectiveness of Kegel exercises before lifting and discusses pelvic health in relation to barbell training.
Ever been told to “Kegel before you lift” and wondered if it actually helps? We take a clear-eyed look at leaking under heavy loads, how bracing strategies can make or break pelvic pressure, and why a breath-first approach often outperforms constant clenching. As pelvic health and barbell training collide, we break down what’s happening inside the core canister—pelvic floor, abdominal wall, chest wall, and back muscles—and how they’re meant to coordinate automatically as load increases. We u...
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