9 Ways to Reduce OAB Embarrassment

Tighten Up

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8. Tighten Up

Sometimes you want to be relaxed. Other times, you want to be tight and strong. Kegel exercises are performed to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor. If you looked into progressive muscle relaxation from the step above, you will be ahead of the game for Kegel exercises. They are done by tensing, holding and releasing the muscles of the pelvic floor. This process is very similar to the tense, hold and release of muscle relaxations used to lowering anxiety and stress. When done in conjunction, Kegel exercises and progressive muscle relaxation with relaxation some spots while tightening up others. Get involved guys, Kegels are not just for women.

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