About this episode
Andrea and Dr. Packard discuss the importance of the pelvic floor and it's connection to the glutes. Caroline Packard is a mom of three, and a pelvic floor therapist. Backed by a doctorate of physical therapy and a passion for pelvic health, her mission is to educate and empower women through knowledge and movement to improve their pelvic floor dysfunction and improve their overall health. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the critical role of the pelvic floor in glute muscle growth and overall health. Recognize weak pelvic floor signs such as flat or heart-shaped bottoms and their implications. Master proper breathing techniques to enhance your pelvic floor health. Rebuild your glutes and pelvic floor after pregnancy with specialized exercises. Overcome outdated pelvic floor myths and stay updated with the latest insights. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Introduction, 00:00:56 - How Pelvic Floor Affects Glutes, 00:07:22 - Lesser Known Links to Pelvic Floor, 00:11:07 - Pelvic Floor and Pregnancy, 00:13:09 - Weak Pelvic Floor and Glutes, 00:16:15 - Fixing Heart-Shaped Glutes, 00:19:59 - Strength Training and the Core, 00:22:56 - Butt Gripping and Awareness, 00:25:15 - Consistency is Key, 00:26:05 - Signs of Non-Optimal Glute Function, 00:28:51 - The Skill of Running, 00:34:06 - Listen to Your Body, 00:36:42 - Importance of Breathing, 00:37:54 - Where to Find Caroline, 00:40:22 - Encouragement for Listeners, Follow Dr. Caroline Packard Instagram @carolinepackarddpt Website & Other links click HERE Make it Simple is sponsored by Cozy Earth Visit Join my newsletter! https://www.deliciouslyfitnhealthy.com/emls Follow the Make Fit Simple Podcast @ MakeFitSimplePodcast Have a suggestion for a topic click HERE Have a suggestion for a guest click HERE NEW! Leave a question for Andrea HERE on SpeakPipe! Follow Andrea on Instagram @deliciouslyfitnhealthy @dfh.training.pics Training & Coaching https://www.deliciouslyfitnhealthy.com/links Visit Andrea's Website www.deliciouslyfitnhealthy.com Produced by Light On Creative Productions