How long do you hold Kegel exercises?

At first, it may be difficult to hold the contraction for more than 1 or 2 seconds. Ultimately, the goal is to hold the contraction for 10 seconds then rest for 10 seconds between each long contraction to avoid taxing the muscles.

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So, how do you know you are doing Kegels properly? Like any exercise, it can be difficult to know at first. But with a daily commitment, it becomes instinctive. Here are a few tips for doing Kegel exercises for women:

WHICH MUSCLES DO I USE?

If you can stop your urination flow mid-stream, you have identified your pelvic floor muscles. That’s the most difficult part of the exercise. (If you’re having problems identifying the correct muscles, stop and make an appointment with a pelvic floor PT.)

HOW MANY SHOULD I DO PER DAY?

Performing with an empty bladder, your first goal should be to tighten your pelvic floor muscles for 5 seconds. Then relax them for 5 seconds. Try to do 5 reps on your first day. As you gain confidence from your new routine, aim for 10 seconds at a time, relaxing for 10 seconds between contractions. (A total of 10 full Kegels per session.) As you gain strength, you can work up to 3 sessions of 10 full Kegels per day.

WORK BOTH YOUR FAST-TWITCH AND SLOW-TWITCH MUSCLE FIBERS

To give your pelvic floor a full workout, there are two types of focused Kegel exercises you could perform. Quick or Short Muscle Contractions (Fast Twitch Muscle Exercise) – The first exercise is called a quick or short contraction. It works the fast-twitch muscle fibers that respond quickly to compress the urethra and shut off the flow of urine to prevent leakage. To perform these contractions, the muscles are quickly tightened, lifted up, held for 1-2 seconds, and then released back down. You should continue to breathe normally as you do these exercises. Long Hold Muscle Contractions- This exercise works on the supportive strength and endurance of the slow-twitch muscle fibers and is referred to as a long hold contraction. To perform these contractions, the same muscles you used with the quick contractions are now going to be gradually tightened, lifted up, and held over several seconds. At first, it may be difficult to hold the contraction for more than 1 or 2 seconds. Ultimately, the goal is to hold the contraction for 10 seconds then rest for 10 seconds between each long contraction to avoid taxing the muscles.

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Be careful not to flex the muscles in your abdomen, thighs, or buttocks. Also, avoid holding your breath. Breathe freely during the exercises to keep from stressing the rest of your body. It might be helpful to count the seconds of your hold out loud in order to maintain normal breathing.

REPEAT YOUR EXERCISES 3 TIMES A DAY.

Aim for at least 3 sets of 10 repetitions per day. (After you’ve gotten the hang of it.)

GIVE YOURSELF ENCOURAGEMENT.

Kegel exercises may feel awkward in the beginning. But the longer you stay with this, the better you will feel the muscles work and your bladder health will reap the benefits. As a bonus, Kegels have been reported to increase sexual pleasure as well. Yes! A solid Kegel workout plan would be to perform 1 set of 10 short contractions and 1 set of 10 long contractions 2 or 3 times per day. Remember: Quality is more important than quantity. Doing a smaller number of Kegels correctly will be far more effective than doing a whole bunch of them incorrectly. You should see improvements in as little as 4 weeks or longer depending on the severity of your problem. As a training aid for Kegels, you can use vaginal weights, wands, or other devices that provide resistance against muscle contractions to help challenge the muscle, like increasing the dumbbell weight for your arm curls. Some of these aids are prescribed by a health professional and used under professional supervision, while others are available without a prescription. There are many different types these days, with some requiring a vaginal insert and others being as easy as slipping on a pair of shorts. Be sure to consult with your physical therapist or physician prior to using these devices. Watch the video below for more tips on how to properly do a Kegel.

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