How to do kegel exercise

Kegel exercises are clench-and-release exercises that strengthen your pelvic floor, the muscles that support your bladder, bowels, and uterus. Performing Kegels consistently can help you improve bladder and bowel control that stems from a weak pelvic floor.

These exercises can also help strengthen the pelvic floor and vaginal muscles after pregnancy and childbirth.

If you think something's up with your pelvic floor or you suddenly lack bladder control, see your healthcare provider to get checked out.

If you do have issues stemming from a weak pelvic floor, your healthcare provider will likely recommend you do Kegels.

How To Do Kegel Exercises

Kegels can be done at any time and don't require special equipment.

Kegel exercises for women

But before you start, figure out how to locate your pelvic floor muscles to ensure you're doing Kegels correctly. 

Place a clean finger into your vagina and squeeze like you're trying to stop peeing. You're squeezing your pelvic floor muscles if you feel muscles tighten around your finger.

If you have a penis, you

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