3 Signs Your Pelvic Floor Is Overworking
- Dr. Aleksandra Strugalska
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Your pelvic floor does more than people realize. It supports your organs, steadies your core, and responds to your stress levels. And just like any other muscle group, it can work too hard.
Most women don’t know how to recognize the signs. Here are the three most common ones I see in my clients.. and what they actually mean.
Your pelvic floor does more than people realize. It supports your organs, steadies your core, and responds to your stress levels. And just like any other muscle group, it can work too hard.
Most women don’t know how to recognize the signs. Here are the three most common ones I see in my clients.. and what they actually mean.
1. You feel tightness or pressure in your pelvic area
This can show up as heaviness, gripping, or a subtle sense of tension you can’t quite place. Many women assume this means their pelvic floor is “weak.” Often, it’s the opposite: the muscles are contracting too much and struggling to relax.
When the pelvic floor stays “on” all day, it gets tired, frustrated, and reactive.
2. You have urgency or go to the bathroom frequently
An overworking pelvic floor sends mixed signals to your bladder. The muscles tighten, the bladder gets confused, and suddenly you feel like you have to go. Even when you don’t.
This isn’t “just how you are. ”It’s your body trying to manage tension the only way it knows how.
3. You hold your breath when you’re stressed or focused
Your breath and pelvic floor are directly connected. When you brace, clench your jaw, or tighten your shoulders, your pelvic floor often tightens too.
Your body doesn’t separate emotional stress from physical stress. It responds as one whole system.
What to do next
Awareness is the first step. When you begin noticing these patterns, your pelvic floor finally gets a chance to soften and reset.
If you want a simple place to start, my Free Pelvic Floor 101 Guide breaks down how your pelvic floor works and what it needs to feel supported.
It’s gentle, simple, and a perfect starting point if you’re new to this work.
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