Kegel Exercises
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Pelvic floor dysfunction
Childbirth Connection
Kegel exercises can help prevent and improve pelvic floor dysfunction. Get accurate information about causes of pelvic floor problems on this site.
Quick reference on Kegel
American Pregnancy Association
The American Pregnancy Association recommends Kegel exercises for all pregnant women.
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Kegel, the right way
Mayo Clinic
Kegel exercises tone and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. Detailed instructions and an illustration help you perfect the technique.
Variations on the Kegel
Ask Dr Sears
Think you're an expert at Kegel exercises? Try these six variations and reap the benefits of advanced Kegels.
Birthing muscles
Birthing Naturally
Kegel exercise can help prepare and tone the pelvic muscles in preparation for childbirth. With cute merchandise to remind you to Kegel each day.
Pelvic exercise may shorten labor
Bastyr Center
A study finds that pregnant women who practiced Kegel exercises with a trainer had shorter a shorter second stage (pushing phase) of labor.
Introduction to Kegels
WebMD
A good overall introduction to the hows and whys of Kegel exercises. Includes information on vaginal cones and biofeedback.
A workout log
NIH
This site emphasizes using Kegel exercises to improve bladder control. Includes a log to chart your efforts.
Kegel along to music
Do The Kegel
The catchy Do the Kegel song reminds you to incorporate Kegel exercises into your routine.
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Diagrams pinpoint the location of muscles in the pelvis. Also information about products that increase resistance for more effective Kegel exercises.
Treating urinary incontinence
American Family Doctor
A technical article for physicians discusses diagnosis and treatment of urinary incontinence. Also a patient handout on Kegel exercises.
Managing menopause with Kegels
Discovery Channel
Kegel exercises are valuable past the childbearing years and into menopause They are usually the first recommendation for stress incontinence.
Variety in your Kegel workout
Pathways-Womens-Sexual-Health
A short piece on three variations of the Kegel exercise that may help you stay motivated to practice.

