Pelvic muscle strengthening exercises Information Kegel exercises were originally developed as a method of controlling incontinence in women following childbirth. The success of Kegel exercises depends on proper technique and adherence to a regular exercise program.
Some people have difficulty identifying and isolating the muscles of the pelvic floor.
Care must be taken to learn to contract the correct muscles. Typically, most people contract the abdominal or thigh muscles, while not even working the pelvic floor muscles. Several techniques exist to help the incontinent person identify the correct muscles. One approach is to sit on the toilet and start to urinate. Try to stop the flow of urine midstream by contracting your pelvic floor muscles.