The Kegel exercise has been named after Dr. Arnold Kegel. it is excellent for strengthening the muscles of the pelvic floor by contracting and relaxing the muscles simultaneously.

Kegels is mainly advised to pregnant women and new mothers as it helps them prepare for and recover from childbirth. the exercise is also helpful for people who suffer from incontinence. Kegels is easy to perform once you locate the correct muscles used in the exercise. The exercise can be done anywhere and anytime.

Before you begin the exercise it is important to locate the pelvic floor muscles that will be used. Contract the muscles that you would use to stop yourself from passing urine and wind at the same time. If you are still not sure whether you have found the right muscles perform a simple test. next time you urinate simply try stopping the flow of urine by tightening the pelvic floor muscles. if you are able to stop the flow then you have found the right muscles.

The Kegel exercise can be performed anywhere. however, when you first begin place yourself comfortably on a chair. Try performing the exercise when you are alone and not wrapped up with any other work. This way you can concentrate solely on doing the Kegels right. Contract the pelvic floor muscles holding them firmly for three seconds. Now release the muscles and hold for three seconds again. Repeat the contraction and relaxation exercise of the pelvic floor muscles for at least three minutes. Holding the muscles tightly for full three seconds during contraction is very important.

Once you learn to perform Kegels correctly do at least five sets of Kegels every day. Perform the exercise in the position that you find comfortable. Contract the muscles of the pelvic floor, grip tightly for two seconds and release. Stay in the release position for one second and then contract again. Repeat the contraction-relaxation pattern for 60 seconds. Let your body rest for the next 60 seconds and then start again.

Performing Kegels regularly is good for pregnant women as it prepares their pelvis for the trauma of childbirth. New mothers can perform the exercise for tightening the pelvic muscles slackened by a vaginal delivery. People suffering from incontinence can have better control over their bladder by doing Kegels regularly.