From “only for women” to “Kegels are enough,” we debunk the biggest pelvic therapy myths.
Because Awkward Doesn’t Have to Mean Avoidable
If you’ve ever leaked a little during a workout, felt pressure “down there,” or avoided intimacy because something felt off — you’re not alone.
But here’s what sucks: most people have no idea what pelvic floor therapy actually is.
Or worse — they’ve heard myths that scare them off before they even walk through the door.
Let’s fix that.
At YFS (Your Form Sux), we break down what’s actually happening in your body — and give you the tools to rebuild confidence from the inside out.
Here are the most common pelvic floor myths we hear — and the real truth behind them.
💬 Myth #1: “It’s only for women who just had babies.”
Reality: If you have a pelvis, you have a pelvic floor.
Yes, postpartum recovery is one reason people come in — but pelvic floor dysfunction affects:
- Men (post-surgery, pelvic pain, incontinence)
- Athletes (core pressure, hip pain, leaking during training)
- Desk workers (chronic sitting = tension + weakness)
- Anyone with back, hip, or core issues
👉 It’s not a “mom thing” — it’s a human thing.
💬 Myth #2: “Kegels fix everything.”
Reality: Nope. And for some people, Kegels make things worse.
The pelvic floor isn’t just about strength — it’s about coordination, timing, and tension balance.
If your muscles are already tight or overactive, doing more Kegels is like adding tension to a clenched fist.
At YFS, we assess whether your pelvic floor needs strengthening, relaxing, or retraining — not just squeezing.
💬 Myth #3: “It’s going to be super invasive or embarrassing.”
Reality: You’re in control the entire time.
Yes, internal exams can be helpful — but they’re always optional.
We can do full assessments externally, through movement, breath, posture, and pressure testing.
And if/when internal work is part of your plan, we explain everything and check in constantly.
You’re never rushed, judged, or put in a situation that feels off.
(And our pelvic physios are cool humans, not weird robot doctors.)
💬 Myth #4: “Leaking is just part of aging / being a mom / working out hard.”
Reality: Common ≠ normal.
Just because a lot of people experience leaking (with sneezing, lifting, running, etc.) doesn’t mean you have to live with it.
Pelvic floor therapy can help resolve and prevent leaking — without meds, pads, or surgery.
💬 Myth #5: “If I don’t have pain, I don’t need pelvic physio.”
Reality: You don’t have to be in pain to benefit.
Symptoms like:
- Pressure
- Constipation
- Core weakness
- Trouble holding pee
- Pain during sex
— are all signs your pelvic floor might need support.
Even if you’re pain-free, pelvic physio helps:
- Athletes improve performance
- Pregnant/postpartum clients prep and recover
- Desk-bound folks reduce hidden imbalances
💬 Myth #6: “I should wait until I’m done having kids / things get worse.”
Reality: The earlier, the better.
Preventative pelvic care = smarter healing, fewer complications, and better core strength long-term.
You don’t have to wait for things to “go wrong” to get help.
Final Word: Pelvic Floor Therapy Isn’t Weird — It’s Smart
Your pelvic floor is the base of your core. It controls movement, pressure, sex, posture, and more.
Ignoring it doesn’t make the problems go away — it just makes them sneakier.
At YFS, we make pelvic floor care feel normal. Because it is.
Think something might be off?
Let’s take a look — no shame, no fluff, just real help.
Book your pelvic floor consult at YFS and let’s get you feeling right from the inside out.
