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81 Keira St.Wollongong 02 4226 3777

Wollongong Illawarra Pelvic Floor Workshop

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A common sign that can indicate a pelvic floor problem is accidentally leaking urine when you exercise, laugh, cough or sneeze.

Pelvic Floor (PF) exercises are essential for all woman whether you are an avid exerciser or just someone who loves a walk. The Pelvic Floor muscles are so important in maintaining good health for years to come. When preformed safely, PF exercises increases your control over your bladder and supports your vagina, uterus and bowel. It is just so important for all women of all ages.

So how to get started? Maybe you just need to see that you are on the right track, or maybe you have underlying issues that need to be monitored in a controlled environment. This is a PF physiotherapist led program designed to get you started safely and effectively, so you can Keep-on-with-Keeping-on comfortably and supported. It is designed for women with or without previous PF issues, as well as the prevention of further problems.

The PF course is a very practical, exercise-based course. Every week you will be guided through a specific exercise program. There is a theory component to learn about different aspects of the PF, the core and its influence on the body. It is a holistic approach about creating strength, flexibility and balance in the whole body through developing awareness of the core and PF muscles so that you can continue with your daily activities stronger, healthier and symptom-free.

The Classes:

The workshops are structured with  information, theory followed by  a specific exercise programs. It is a personalised approach with emphasis placed on the PF muscles, core-stability, flexibility and strength for the specific needs for the women in the class. You will get a practical understanding of the PF muscles to help yourself train better and efficiently.

Content includes:

  • The Pelvic Floor and its function and dysfunction. Who is a risk and how to start your PF program.
  • PF safe exercises, the core and the influence of correct breathing techniques.
  • Working your PF with various positions and exercises. Safe cardio and strengthening exercises. What to avoid and then build-up to.
  • Back Care, Dos and Don’ts. Balance with your exercises and daily life.
  • Progression with the PF program and how to self-monitor and progress.
  • Our full program involving warm-up, positions and exercises with the PF and Core, breathing techniques and relaxation, leaving you  equipped and confident to continue.

Contact: The Wellness Centre on 02 4226 3777

Where: The Wellness Centre, 81 Keira Street, Wollongong.