Pelvic Floor Basic

Imagine holding back urine and wind: gently lift around the urethra and anus for 3 seconds, then relax for 5 seconds.

Pelvic Floor Basic, relaxed starting positionPelvic Floor Basic, highlighted pelvic-floor area during a gentle internal lift
Left: relax while lying down. Right: gently squeeze and lift around the urethra and anus. Keep your hips down.
Time
5 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Target
1 set × 10 reps · 3s hold / 5s rest

Method

  1. Lie on your back with knees bent as shown, or choose a comfortable seated or standing position.
  2. Imagine holding back urine and wind: gently squeeze around the urethra and anus and lift inward. Do not practise while urinating.
  3. Keep your belly, buttocks and thighs relaxed, hips down, and breathe normally during the 3-second hold.
  4. Release completely for 5 seconds. Repeat 10 times for one set; stop after one set at first.
  5. On a later day, progress to a 5-second hold or a second set only if comfortable.
  6. Stop before pain, discomfort or fatigue builds.

Tips

  • Do not squeeze your buttocks or thighs as the main movement.
  • Keep breathing; avoid bracing your whole abdomen.
  • Gently lift inward and upward.
  • Keep the same gentle effort for all 3 seconds.
  • Relax fully during each 5-second rest.

Caution

Stop and seek medical advice if you develop pelvic pain or urinary discomfort.

About the record

Tracked as a general pelvic floor exercise.

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