Such a BIG Difference!
So many women have been told to “do your Kegels.” They may do hundreds each day with no results. Talk about frustration! What they need to recognize is the importance…
Questions from You to Me: Cystocele and Pilates
I was recently diagnosed with a cystocele. Do you feel that if I continue to work out with your DVD exercises that I will recover? I’m in good health, not…
Questions from You to Me: Can I Cycle and Swim?
What activities can I still do while I strengthen up my pelvic area? Are swimming and OK to do? Cycling and swimming are absolutely perfect! I like cycling because it…
How to Best Handle a Cough or a Sneeze
I have been asked some great questions regarding sneezing and coughing and the pressure these sometimes violent actions can put on our pelvic floor. I don’t pretend to have all…
Nutrition Tips
In my last blog, I mentioned how we have choices as they relate to our nutrition, activity, level and posture, etc. To get you thinking about what sorts of choices…
Do Our Bodies Have a Chance to Remodel?
I believe they do. Our bodies are constantly remodeling throughout our lives for better or for worse. Here are some examples – we have all seen the world class athlete…
Questions from You to Me: Is Doing Pilates OK Given My Symptoms?
I have a rectocele and did pilates yesterday. I noticed that it got worse and was wondering if pilates isn’t a good option for me? I have cautioned on pilates…
Questions from You to Me: How to Progress Through Workouts
Can you clarify how I should progress through the four workouts you have included on the Hab It DVD? My minimum recommendation is to do a workout three times per…
Steps You Can Take to Improve Your Symptoms of Incontinence Today
As a physical therapist and personal trainer, I am well aware of how daunting initiating a new exercise program can be. It is with this in mind that I wanted…
Go Aneaerobic for Better Health!
I was re-watching the 2010 Hawaii Ironman yesterday morning and one story of an 80 year-old competing in his 20th ironman stuck with me. At 80 years old, to still…