The kegel exercises they are exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. The pelvic floor is a part of the body quite unknown but very important for the pregnant woman because it actively intervenes during pregnancy and childbirth. Toning it is also essential to have a good birth and to avoid urinary incontinence, both during and after pregnancy.
The pelvic floor is composed of a group of muscles and ligaments in the form of a hammock located in the lower cavity of the abdomen that support the bladder, uterus and rectum.
In the video, Laura García, world champion of Fitness shows us how to do Kegel exercises. But do not think you need to be a fitness expert, they are very simple exercises to do.
Nor is it necessary to dress in sportswear or take too much time. Kegel exercises can be practiced at any time of the day, in the car, at home, at work, in the shower ... They basically consist of contracting and containing the pelvic floor muscles combining contractions with breathing. Once you identify the muscles, the rest is very easy.
They are exercises that if repeated several times a day give very good results. Even giving more flexibility to the area helps prevent episiotomy and labor tears.
