Your Pelvic Floor in Perimenopause: What Changed and What to Do About It with Christina Walsh

Click to Text Thoughts on Today's Episode Pelvic floor issues often worsen dramatically during perimenopause and menopause. By age 50, estrogen can drop by 50%, which decreases collagen production—the building block of pelvic floor tissue. Today you"ll hear an informative conversation with PT Christina Walsh from Tighten Your Tinkler about pelvic floor health, particularly for women in perimenopause and menopause.   Main points discussed: 1.  Why Pelvic Floor Issues Worsen with Age  2.  Dysfunction vs. Prolapse  3.  Medical Care Challenges  4.  Birth and Risk Factors  5.  Exercise Recommendations  5.  Practical Tips to Start Today  LINKS Episodes Featuring Christina and Jenn of Tighten Your Tinkler: These two common exercise moves aren"t helping your pee issues. Here"s why. Season 15 Episode 9 The surprising reason for your back and hip pain (not visible on x-ray) Season 13 Episode 13 Episodes Mentioned Should I wear a weighted vest Fiber and menopause Resources Take the 5-minute quiz https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/backandhiprelief Use code GRACEDHEALTH for $50 off the Tighten Your Tinkler Signature Program Connect with Christina and Tighten Your Tinkler https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/ Instagram: @tighten.your.tinkler YouTube We are on break until January 6. Until then:Follow the show to get new episodes when we are backCheck out the back catalog and search for specific topics at https://www.gracedhealth.com/podcastGrab Strong and Vibrant at Home for a friend, sister or yourself at https://www.gracedhealth.com/strongandvibrant See you January 6! My latest recommended ways to nourish and move your body, mind and spirit: Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly Newsletter Be Strong and Vibrant! Online Strength Training Course for Christian Women in Perimenopause and Beyond 30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download) Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Instagram: @GracedHealth YouTube: @AmyConnell