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The Bladder-Orgasm Connection: 7 Tips to Boosting Pleasure and Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor

by | Incontinence, Pelvic Floor, Sexual Wellness

The Short Story

  • The bladder and pelvic floor muscles play a major role in the intensity of orgasms. Strengthening these muscles through exercises such as Kegels can lead to more intense and satisfying orgasms.
  • Incorporating pelvic floor exercises into your daily routine can help to strengthen these muscles. This can be done by doing Kegels while brushing your teeth, sitting at a desk, or even watching TV.
  • Consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise regimen. Incorporating pelvic floor exercises during sexual activities can also enhance sensation and pleasure for both partners.

The Deep Dive

When it comes to sexual pleasure, most people think of the genitals as the main players. But did you know that your bladder and pelvic floor muscles also play a major role in the intensity of your orgasms?

The bladder and pelvic floor are closely connected, and when these muscles are strong and healthy, they can lead to more intense and satisfying orgasms. Feeling the urge to pee during sex is common and often due to pressure on the bladder from insertion, causing stress urinary incontinence. A study published in the Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy found that when women with pelvic floor muscle dysfunction (PFMD) performed pelvic floor muscle exercises (also known as Kegels), they reported an improvement in their ability to orgasm.

Another study conducted by the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Ulm in Germany found that pelvic floor muscle training improved sexual function in women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI).

So, how can you strengthen your pelvic floor muscles and make the most out of every orgasmic moment? Here are a few tips:

    1. Find your pelvic floor muscles: You can locate your pelvic floor muscles by trying to stop the flow of urine mid-stream. The muscles you use to do this are your pelvic floor muscles.

    2. Kegel exercises: Once you’ve found your pelvic floor muscles, you can start doing Kegel exercises, which involve repeatedly contracting and relaxing the muscles. A good starting point is to do 3 sets of 10 reps, 3 times a day.

    3. Make pelvic floor exercises part of your daily routine: You don’t have to set aside particular time to do Kegels. Incorporate them into your daily routine by doing them while brushing your teeth, in time to the beat to your favorite song, sitting at your desk on a zoom call, or even watching TV.

    4. Don’t forget to breathe: It’s important to breathe deeply, don’t hold your breathe, relax and your pelvic floor muscles while doing Kegels to avoid straining or tightening the wrong muscles.

    5. Try using Kegel weights: Kegel weights, also known as ben-wa balls, can help strengthen your pelvic floor muscles by providing resistance.

    6. Bring in a pelvic floor trainer: an expertly designed device that measures pelvic floor contractions, providing real-time feedback and personalized routines. Many models connect to apps, offering interactive workouts and progress tracking to enhance your exercise experience. It’s like a personal trainer in your pocket.

    7. Incorporate Pelvic Floor exercises during sexual activities: While having sex, try to engage your pelvic floor muscles. This can enhance the sensation and pleasure for both you and your partner.

      By following these tips, you can help to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles and experience more intense and satisfying orgasms.  As always, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new exercise regimen. But incorporating pelvic floor exercises into your daily routine can lead to a more enjoyable and fulfilling sex life. So go ahead, give it a try, and see the difference for yourself! Remember, a stronger pelvic floor equals stronger orgasms! Empower yourself and take control of your sexual pleasure today.

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      Disclaimer: Pelvic issues are serious conditions and should be treated accordingly. Peli Health’s attempt at making the tone funny is to lighten the mood and help the reader feel more relaxed when reading about this subject. We are not medical doctors. We do not diagnose illness. The information on this site is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. nor does it constitute providing medical advice or professional services. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition

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