Kegel exercises

British  

/ ˈkɛɡəl /

plural noun

1. Also called: pelvic-floor exercises.  exercises for rehabilitating the pelvic-floor muscles of women suffering stress incontinence, esp after childbirth

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Etymology

Origin of Kegel exercises

C20: named after A. H. Kegel , US gynaecologist

Example Sentences

There are other apps aimed at encouraging Kegel exercises, such as Squeezy.

From The Guardian

Strengthening pelvic floor muscles by regularly doing Kegel exercises, which may benefit both women and men, can reduce involuntary contraction of bladder muscles, though it can take up to two months to notice the benefit.

From New York Times

Using the correct muscles to do Kegel exercises is key to success, so don’t hesitate to ask your doctor for advice.

From Washington Post

The college recommends that these women perform Kegel exercises to strengthen the muscles that control urine flow.

From US News

While many women have long experience with Kegel exercises, doctors find many men initially are baffled by them.

From New York Times