Kegels Are Hot: Why Pelvic Floor Strength Matters More Than People Think

When most people hear the word “kegels,” they immediately think of postpartum moms or awkward health class conversations.

But honestly? Pelvic floor strength deserves a much better PR team!

Strong pelvic floor muscles can improve confidence, control, pleasure, stamina, bladder health, recovery after childbirth, and overall sexual wellness for both men and women.

YES, you read that right — men too.

And once people realize the benefits, kegels quickly go from “boring wellness advice” to “wait… why is nobody talking about this more?!” Let’s establish what kegels are before we dive in 😉

What Even Are Kegels?

Kegels are exercises that strengthen your pelvic floor muscles — the muscles that support the bladder, bowel, and sexual organs. They’re basically the unsung heroes of your core.

You can think of the pelvic floor as a hidden support system that affects:

• intimacy
• body control
• posture
• bladder control
• recovery
• circulation
• muscle responsiveness

And just like any other muscle group, strengthening it can make a noticeable difference.

Why Women Love Them

For women, kegels are often associated with postpartum recovery, which is very true, BUT their benefits go way beyond that!

Strengthening the pelvic floor can:

• improve muscle awareness
• increase sensitivity
• support recovery after childbirth
• help with bladder leaks
• improve confidence during intimacy
• strengthen core stability

And yes — many women report that stronger pelvic floor muscles can make intimacy feel more connected and physically responsive. Plus, there’s something undeniably powerful about feeling more in tune with your body. I personally like to practice kegels on the fly. I’ll just add them in during my morning stretches and even when I’m walking around during the day!

Men Benefit Too (A Lot More Than They Realize)

Kegels are not “just for women.”

Many people don’t even think about this, but men also have pelvic floor muscles, and strengthening them can support:

• stamina
• bladder control
• core strength
• recovery after surgery
• circulation
• muscle control during intimacy (erections)

A strong pelvic floor can also improve body awareness and confidence, which affects intimacy more than people think. Basically, kegels are the fitness secret nobody talks about because the name sounds far less exciting than the actual benefits.

The Sneaky Sexy Part of Kegels

Let’s be honest: part of the reason kegels get attention is because they can contribute to stronger muscle engagement and vaginal control during intimacy. But the bigger benefit is confidence. Feeling physically connected to your body changes the way people carry themselves. Confidence, body awareness, posture, and comfort in your own skin all affect attraction and intimacy naturally.

Also? There’s something hilariously empowering about doing pelvic floor exercises while answering emails or standing in line at Target and nobody knowing. This is my real life cheat code. It keeps the pelvic floor nice and toned, and you don’t have to slow down your day!

How to Actually Do Them

The easiest way to identify the muscles is imagining you’re trying to stop the flow of urine midstream. If it helps you to begin practicing, you can actually stop your urine mid stream… no really, you can literally, pee and pause every couple seconds until you’ve got the hang of it! Practice it every time you use the restroom to build your confidence and understanding of the pelvic floor muscles 💪.

Once you identify those muscles:

1. Tighten and hold for a few seconds.
2. Relax fully.
3. Repeat.

It is literally that simple!

If you like you can use sex toys that are dedicated to the strengthening of the pelvic floor, like yoni balls or beads. These can be inserted vaginally or anally to support pelvic floor exercises.

The key is control, not aggressively squeezing for dear life. Like any workout, consistency matters more than intensity. We’re training for an overall consistently stronger pelvic floor after all!

Kegels + Confidence = A Dangerous Combination

There’s something very attractive about someone who feels connected to their body. When you own who you are uninhibited it’s very powerful. Kegels may not sound glamorous, but they’re one of those quiet wellness habits that improves performance and confidence in ways people don’t expect.

So no, kegels are not just for postpartum moms or wellness influencers. Even though they are very affective for postpartum women. We have to normalize the importance of pelvic floor health for EVERYONE!

Start practicing your kegels today for a stronger pelvic floor tomorrow.

Sincerely, Shannice xoxo