How to Diaphragmatically Breathe & Its Impact on Your Pelvic Floor I Breathing Explained
How you breathe affects your pelvic floor - and most people are doing it wrong! In this video, Dr. Mae Hughes explains diaphragmatic breathing, a technique that can improve core engagement, reduce pelvic floor dysfunction (such as incontinence, diastasis, prolapse, painful intercourse, etc.), and help with postpartum recovery. *You'll learn:* - The link between breath and pelvic floor - The anatomy of diaphragmatic breathing - How to activate your diaphragm properly - A beginner-friendly breathing routine *Timestamps:* 00:00 - Why 360° Breathing Matters for Pelvic Health 00:27 - Understanding Your Diaphragm & How It Works 01:06 - The Diaphragm-Pelvic Floor Connection Explained 01:58 - Why Most People Breathe Incorrectly 02:44 - The Dangers of Incomplete Diaphragm Expansion 03:39 - Practice: Diaphragmatic Breathing on Your Back 04:58 - Common Incorrect Breathing Patterns to Avoid 05:55 - Refine Your Back Breathing: Hand Placement Tips 06:49 - Practice: Diaphragmatic Breathing on Your Side 08:28 - Practice: Rock Back Breathing with a Yoga Block 09:55 - Important Tips for Improving Your Breathing ➡️ If you are struggling to reconnect with and rebuild your pelvic floor, core and full body, join 12 week my Movement Through Early Postpartum program: https://drmaehughes.com/movement-through-early-postpartum 💬 Comment below with your favorite move or any cues that really clicked for you! 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss a new class. 🆓 *Free Guides:* 📌 Pregnancy Mobility Guide: https://bit.ly/3YXqir1 📌 How to Optimize Your Pelvic Floor & Postpartum Recovery: https://bit.ly/4dtGfeH 📌 How to Reduce Perineal Tearing During Labor: https://bit.ly/3FpNDuM Disclaimer: _Always consult with your healthcare provider or a pelvic floor physical therapist before starting any new exercise program, especially postpartum._ #DiaphragmaticBreathing #PelvicFloorHealth #BreathingTechniques #WomensHealth #PelvicFloorTherapy #CoreBreathing #DrMaeHughes #PelvicHealth #Breathwork #PelvicFloorExercises
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