Category: Women Health
PCOD or Polycystic Ovarian Disease is very common, affecting 1 in every 10 women in childbearing age. About one-third of women around the globe are affected by PCOD. PCOD is a condition developed by the hormonal imbalance in which the ovaries release a lot of immature or partially-mature eggs which eventually turn into cysts. Being … Continue reading PCOD and Exercise
Menstrual Cramps and period pains are very common and annoying. The primary cause for this is the prostaglandins(a lipid compound with hormone like effects)which is released in the body during menstruation to help uterus contract. Prostaglandin is necessary for uterus to contract and shed its lining but when these prostaglandins level are in excess, they … Continue reading 7 Exercises for Menstrual cramps and Period pain
Photo by Li Sun on Pexels.com Pelvic floor muscle strengthening is very important. It has amazing benefits. Following are the top 8 pelvic floor exercises which are easy to do and are beneficial. KEGELS- Squeeze the pelvic muscles as if trying to stop urine flow. The feeling is one of ‘squeeze and lift’. Hold it … Continue reading Top 8 Pelvic Floor Exercises
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction is a less talked about topic because people find it difficult to talk about it and don't know whom to talk to. The results are that pelvic floor dysfunction is underreported. But it's an important aspect that needs to be understood and talked about clearly. It affects numerous people and is more … Continue reading Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Post Natal exercises helps in restoring muscle strength, conditioning of the abdominal muscles, boost your energy levels, promote better sleep and prevents postpartum depression. The main focus of post natal exercises is on strengthening of weak muscles which mainly includes 1. Pelvic floor muscles2. Abdominals and back muscles Pelvic floor musclesStrengthening of pelvic floor muscles is … Continue reading 10 Easy Postnatal/Post Pregnancy Exercises
Regular exercise during pregnancy is extremely beneficial as exercise leads to potentially easier pregnancy and labour, improves cardiovascular fitness, decrease risk of gestational diabetes and promotes faster recovery from labour. It also helps in prevention of low back pain during pregnancy. It also counteracts the postpartum depression. Precautions to be taken care off- Avoid any … Continue reading 6 Safe and simple exercises during pregnancy
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