Living with IBS

Living with IBS

When Your Gut Dictates Your Day For the millions of Americans living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), the most ordinary parts of life — a morning commute, lunch with friends, or a work meeting — can become sources of anxiety and discomfort. IBS, a chronic gastrointestinal disorder characterized by symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, and…

Exercise and Training for Women in their 40’s and Beyond

Exercise and Training for Women in their 40’s and Beyond

This weeks blog looks at the research carried out by Dr Stacy Sims on why nutrition and training should change as women age. In her groundbreaking book Roar, Dr. Stacy Sims, a renowned exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, delves into the unique physiological needs of women, offering tailored advice on training, nutrition, and recovery. Nutrition:…

Stress, Depression, and Their Impact on Pelvic Floor Health

Stress, Depression, and Their Impact on Pelvic Floor Health

The connection between mental health and physical health is profound, and when it comes to stress and depression, one area that often goes unnoticed is the pelvic floor muscles. These muscles, which support the pelvic organs, play a critical role in bowel, bladder, and sexual function. However, chronic stress and depression can trigger or exacerbate…

The Pelvic Floor During Perimenopause and Menopause

The Pelvic Floor During Perimenopause and Menopause

As women approach perimenopause and menopause, they experience a wide range of physical and hormonal changes. Among the most significant, yet often overlooked, is the impact these life stages have on the pelvic floor. The pelvic floor, a network of muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and rectum, undergoes gradual shifts that can affect a…

The Impact of Colorectal Cancer Treatment on the Pelvic Floor

The Impact of Colorectal Cancer Treatment on the Pelvic Floor

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common cancers worldwide, and its treatments—surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation—can have significant long-term effects on the pelvic floor muscles. It’s signs and symptoms can be found here in a previous blog. These muscles, which support the bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs, can be weakened or damaged as a…