In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik and Dr. Julie Sarton explore the concept of incorporating pelvic floor exercises into your fitness routine, similar to having a dedicated leg day at the gym. Dr. Julie shares various techniques for both lengthening and strengthening the pelvic floor, emphasizing the importance of exercises that promote flexibility and strength. They discuss practical methods such as deep squats, yoga positions like happy baby and child's pose, and diaphragmatic breathing to enhance pelvic floor health. Additionally, they touch on advanced strength training moves involving lunges and rotational exercises. Listeners will gain practical advice on incorporating pelvic floor day into their workout regimen to promote overall pelvic health and well-being. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:04 Pelvic floor day idea 00:35 Benefits of squatting 01:23 Iranian patient's experience 03:10 Holding squat position 04:08 Yoga lengthening exercises 07:10 Strengthening exercises Connect with Dr. Sarton: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCevog55xE0gbcJwke_4DFEg?view_as=subscriber TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pelvichealing Twitter: https://twitter.com/pelvichealing?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pelvichealing/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-sarton-pt-dpt-wcs-1a332211/ Website: https://www.pelvichealing.com/ Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices