28/01/2026
Relaxing and releasing the pelvic floor muscles is super important to allow good function
If we only focus on strength the muscles can get tense and wound up (like a tight spring). This means that the muscle is less likely able to absorb the forces going through it (during every day life)
Too much tension in our pelvic floor can still lead to pelvic floor issues like leaking and prolapse, and with pelvic pain conditions we generally want to be relaxing and releasing the pelvic floor too.
Try these exercises and you can either carry them out as a sequence, or choose the one that feels most comfortable to you and remain in the position for a few deep breaths.
If you suffer with pelvic pain or know you have tension in your pelvic floor then I would try to do these daily.
These exercises are taken from my online programme : The Pelvic Floor Masterclass - and are part on the release workbook.
Exercise 1 and 2: Deep breathing - such a simple activity but so important ! When you take a deep breath think about breathing into your whole rib cage (360 degrees). A deep breath is the simplest way to release your pelvic floor muscles and the beauty is this can be done anywhere !
Exercise 3: Cat Cow - using pelvic floor contraction to help aid release during movement (lovely for mobilising your spine too)
Exercise 4: Childs Pose - this can also be carried out as a wide leg Childs pose (the internal rotation at the hips really encourages a gentle stretch deep in the pelvis )
You can use pillows or a bolster to get really comfy and spend a bit of time here taking those deep breaths and letting go 🫶
Exercise 5: Happy Baby - you don’t have to carry out full happy baby 👶 to get the pelvic floor release - it’s best to choose a modified position that feels comfy (who can release, relax and let go when something feels uncomfortable).
Exercise 6: Legs up the wall pose - again choose a comfy position . You don’t have to keep your legs straight , you can bend them to relieve any tension in the hamstrings (at the back of the legs).
Let me know what you think and of course if you have any questions then feel free to DM me 🥰