kegels Archives - Keisha D Poet

So there is nothing like a good workout to me. It clears your mind, increases endorphin release so you’re naturally happier, and it improves your overall health. Working out has always been a steady joy in my life, with lifting being my favorite form of exercise. I even lifted throughout my pregnancy stopping just 3 weeks before I delivered, but only because I wanted to sleep more than I wanted to lift.

Since the birth of my son in 2017, getting back into a workout routine has been difficult to say the least. In the interest of condensing my budget I chose to workout from home, best decision ever. Now it isnt the convenience, or the frugality of it that makes it the best. Its the much needed privacy that I didn’t know I would need until IT happened.

What is it exactly? It was and is a coregasm. I know what your thinking wtf is a coregasm? A coregasm is in essence an orgasm that occurs during or for some after a workout or an exercise induced orgasm. The workout is generally core specific by doesn’t have to be. I of course have a history of back problems so maintaining my core strength is paramount. I had heard of women having orgasms while exercising before but I had never been the recipient of one until about a month ago.

I was doing the core portion of my workout, which had finally become a bit routine 3-4 days a week, when it snuck up on me. It started as a slight pressure with a mild tingle. Honestly I thought I had to urinate so I just wanted to finish my last few bicycle crunches. Before I knew it bam I was totally overcome by an intense muscle initiated orgasm. It was completely different than the typical orgasm brought on by clitoral stimulation. It was way more intense and also much more exhausting lol.

In the process of figuring out what exactly just happened I learned that only around 5% of women have experienced said climax. As wonderful as this might sound I was so unhappy. I’m sure you think I’m tripping because who wouldn’t want to cum and lose weight at the same time. Well, me! As I mentioned before I love lifting. One big reason I’ve been doing the work to get more core back in order is so I can get back in the gym. Well anyone who lifts knows how important your core is to every move. It is constantly engaged and without it your success is limited.

What’s the correlation? Fine point there is no way I can lift safely if I may or may not orgasm. Sure I know the signs now but I can’t control it. Not to mention 1. You can’t always rack a nice amount of weight fast and 2. I don’t always have someone to spot me. Not to mention the thought of having an orgasm in public in a room full of strangers does not sound enticing to me. I have no idea what even triggered these to occur, maybe it was all the kegels combined with my long-term sexual hiatus. All I know is right now I can’t get through a workout without one happening.

Now like any positive thinking person I had to find the upside. What other than the obvious soul snatching pleasure (yes its that good) could one gain from a coregasm? Increased stamina, its unexpected cardio, like a quick 30 second sprint for your life type moment. Naturally lower stress levels because let’s face it very few people are more stressed than a single parent. I’ll probably get to a six pack faster than I anticipated(or not but I can dream). Better rest if I workout before bed. Plus just the general idea that my body was so happy I’m working out it decided to reward me with an orgasm on the house!

The human female body is one amazing piece of work and I’ll never cease to be amazed by it. From growing humans, to feeding and nourishing them and more. I have gotten past my disappointment of not being able to lift anytime soon. I also regained my motivation to keep pushing towards my weight loss and fitness goals with a new goal in tow. I will learn how to control and ultimately stop my coregasms. For now I’m learning to #justbe in this phase of my process. Until then I’ll be working out from home afterglow and all.

For every woman who has ever wondered what and why, when it comes to kegel exercises here are some quick answers to your questions as well as some easy tips to get started.

What are Kegels exercises?

Kegels are named for Dr. Arnold Kegel. In 1942 he published a study based on 18 years of research on the pc(pubococcygeal ) muscles also commonly referred to as the pelvic floor. This muscle group in particular support the organs in your pelvic area as well as the urethra, and your bowels. Kegel exercises are designed to strengthen the pc muscle group.

Why Kegel?

Kegels can help with two things of greater importance to women. The first is Urinary incontinence which is any unintentional loss of urine due to laughter, jumping, urgency or other factors. In cruder terms peeing on yourself. Many things can lead to incontinence the two most common are child birth and ageing. For women who received an episiotomy during childbirth and the subsequent ‘Husband stitch’ are more likely to have issues with weak pc muscles as this incision can cause permanent nerve damage. Amazingly Dr. Kegel noted that women who practiced the exercises consistently started to see some relief and change in symptoms after about 2 weeks.

The second is the one women get most excited about, increased sexual enjoyment and Orgasms!! Stronger pc muscles increase your ability to achieve an orgasm and bonus they can also increase the intensity. They also increase the overall satisfaction of your sexual encounters. If you were unlucky enough to have received an episiotomy during childbirth the subsequent inability or difficulty in achieving orgasm can also be positively affected by kegels.

Great! Where do I get started?

As always with any new routine it never hurts to discuss it with your healthcare professional, especially if you have any specific health concerns.

If you are not certain how to kegel or where your pc muscles (pubococcygeus) are, the next time you urinate stop the flow midstream. These are the muscles you need to engage. Please note this not where or how you want to exercise these muscles this is ONLY to orient you to their action. If you try to exercise your muscles regularly while urinating you can cause yourself some serious health problems so don’t so it!!
Start your new kegel regimen with around ten reps, twice a day. Squeeze as you inhale and relax as you exhale.
‬If you are new to kegels the best position to start in is on your back with your knees bent. This helps prevent you from over strengthening the portion of the muscles that control the bowels and can lead to constipation.
Kegel balls can be helpful in developing and maintaining the pc muscles. It is best to purchase a set that varies in size. always start with the biggest ball and work your way down.
Yoni eggs just as kegel balls can provide some resistance while training your muscles. They vary in size and as with the balls start with the larger one and work your way down.
If you choose to use yoni eggs make sure they have a hole drilled so that you can thread unwaxed dental floss to assist with removal. With Kegel balls look for some that have a strap for removal as well.
Weighted Kegel Balls can also help build and maintain pc strength, Make sure to start with the lightest one.
There are several apps that can help you create and maintain a kegel routine ‪
A fun way to use your kegel weights or balls is to incorporate them into masturbation.
Stronger pc muscles can also decrease the occurrence of urinary incontinence which becomes more common as women age.

Tried these tips before and still not making the progress you’d like ask your doctor if you may be a good candidate for physical therapy. A physical therapist can better guide you through the process of correct muscle activation and accurately assess your progress.

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