Kegel exercises
/ˈkeɪɡ(ə)l
/plural noun
Exercises performed to strengthen a woman’s pelvic floor muscles.Friedman disclosed the secret to a better sex life: Kegel exercises....
- Pelvic floor exercises (also known Kegel exercises) are the best way to help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles.
- Kegel exercises have long been recommended for women with urinary incontinence or women looking to strengthen their pelvic muscles following childbirth.
Origin
1950s: named after the US physician Dr Arnold Kegel (1894–1976), who developed the exercises.