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Today’s episode discusses the unique challenges of body image, strength training, and pelvic floor health. Our guest, Dr. Mary Hagerty, is a pelvic floor specialist and physical therapist who’s setting the stage for deeper understanding and smashing misconceptions in the fitness and health industry.

Mary offers invaluable insights on routine changes in postpartum pelvic floor health, stressing that proper knowledge can redefine the birthing experience.

David and Mary discuss managing stress, the medicalization of birth, and how self-care is integral to our physical and mental well-being. Join us as we celebrate reaching episode two with insightful stories, expert advice, and the shared desire to empower through knowledge.

Be sure to catch the next episode, released every Tuesday.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Pelvic floor PT helps the patient improve.

08:42 Pelvic floor issues often need to be understood and managed.

10:41 Pelvic floor affects pooping, peeing, and sex.

17:04 Personalized fitness coaching with integrated pelvic floor rehab..

34:54 Adjust exercise to specific needs and goals.

45:58 Redefining stress, its impact, and triggers.

01:00:36 Kegels aren’t the only pelvic floor solution.