<![CDATA[Barbells, Babies, and Bladders]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/barbells-babies-and-bladders What if getting stronger and healing your pelvic floor were the same goal, not a trade-off?

Hosted by Dr. Mbong Henry, runner, CrossFit mom, Oly weightlifter, mom of 3, and a doctor of physical therapy with 17 years of experience specializing in pelvic health in female athletes, this show sits at the intersection of strength training and women's health: pregnancy, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and everything in between.

Whether you are a barbell athlete distracted about leaks on the platform, you are navigating leakage or prolapse with running, or you have thinking about getting into weightlifting, but you’ve got questions about how that works with a leaky pelvic floor after birth, this show brings - no shame, no choosing between your barbell, running shoes, and your bladder —Just evidence informed straight talk, real stories from the clinic, and practical tools to help you find your starting point.

Dr. Mbong also works as a women's health coach, helping active women move from feeling exhausted and overwhelmed to navigating their day with clarity and energy — building strength and resilience they'll enjoy for decades, not just do's and don'ts.

The big topics we cover: Pelvic health, Pregnancy exercise myths and facts, Postpartum return to CrossFit, running, Olympic weightlifting, Perimenopause and hormone health, bone health and your pelvic floor, health coaching, navigating your own training schedule and your kids sport schedules, ultra running, sports performance improvement, mental health during injury, and beyond.

Visit www.RadiancePT.com to learn more.

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She emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to health, addressing the misconceptions surrounding strength training and pelvic floor health. The episode aims to empower women to understand their bodies better and to seek appropriate strategies for maintaining strength and fitness without compromising their health.

Takeaways: Leaking during exercise is common but not normal. A whole system approach is necessary for pelvic floor issues. Women often feel they must choose between strength and health. Pelvic floor health is crucial for all women, not just postpartum. One in three women experience leakage with exercise. It's important to assess individual circumstances regarding leakage. Strength training can be safe and beneficial for pelvic floor health. Education on pelvic floor issues is often lacking in fitness culture. Women should not feel ashamed of pelvic floor concerns. The podcast aims to provide evidence-informed guidance for women.

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