Weight Lifting & Pelvic Floor Health

When I first started lifting heavy, I didn’t realize how important my pelvic floor was. My pelvic floor was overly tight because I pushed weight without fixing my form so I was actually making the problem worse. This lead to discomfort, poor glute activation, and stalled results. Bad form (like over-bracing, arching your back, or holding your breath wrong) puts unnecessary pressure on the pelvic floor. Over time, this can lead to: ❌ A tight or weak pelvic floor ❌ Leaks during workouts ❌ Hip or low back pain ❌ Less strength + poor progress I had to step back, drop the ego lifts, and focus on proper form, breathing, and exercises to help my pelvic floor heal. I learned how to apply progressive overload in other ways that were not just about pilling up tons of weight. Once I corrected my foundation, my pelvic floor released, my glutes fired properly, and I actually got stronger. Lifting heavier isn’t the goal, lifting better is. Your pelvic floor, core, and glutes all work as one system. Protect them with good form, intentional breathing, and the right progression. Don’t be afraid to scale back weight until your foundation feels strong and supported. 🎙️Podcast to learn more about your pelvic floor: https://youtu.be/jqW8w8svN_c?si=YMSgnUwtyOP1tew-