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The Most Ignored Pain in Women Over 40: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Here’s a number most women never hear: 1 in 3 women over 40 already has signs of pelvic floor weakness — even if they’ve never had children. And yet, nearly every woman chalks it up to “normal aging.” It’s not just about leaking when you sneeze. Pelvic floor tension or weakness affects: Lower-back pain Deep hip stiffness Pain during sex Digestive discomfort Bladder urgency The emotional toll is even deeper: many women silently avoid intimacy, long walks, or even laughter because they’re scared of discomfort or embarrassment. But research also shows this: Pelvic floor therapy improves symptoms in 70–80% of women within three months. Simple habits help more than people think: Exhaling during strain (instead of holding your breath) reduces pelvic pressure by 40%. Daily 5-minute relaxation exercises lower pelvic tension, which is just as common as weakness. And strength-based training is now proven more effective than isolated Kegels. No woman should feel ashamed of the weight her own body carries. #PelvicHealth #WomensWellness #MidlifeStrength