Let’s talk about something that’s way more common than people think: light bladder leakage.
If you’ve ever experienced a little leak while laughing, jumping, running, coughing, or even carrying your kiddo—you are not alone. This is especially common among moms, but it can affect anyone.
What’s Really Causing It?
The culprit is often a weakened or tight core, particularly the pelvic floor muscles and the deepest layer of your abdominals. These muscles work together to support your organs, stabilize your pelvis, and yes—help you “hold it in.”
Unfortunately, doing regular crunches or ab exercises at the gym won’t fix it (and in some cases, can actually make things worse).
Why Pilates Works
Pilates goes deep—literally. It teaches you how to properly activate your pelvic floor and deep core muscles while moving through functional, everyday movements.
And we don’t focus on these muscles just for the sake of avoiding leaks. The pelvic floor is foundational for good posture, core strength, and overall alignment—all things we prioritize in every Pilates session.
A Few Reformer Moves That Help:
On the Pilates Reformer, you’ll find targeted, supportive exercises that gently strengthen your pelvic floor while building full-body awareness and strength. A few great ones to start with:
• Footwork in neutral spine
• Bridging with breath focus
• Leg circles with pelvic stability
• Kneeling arm work with a ball between the knees (hello, core engagement!)
These movements help you connect to your body in a deeper way—and over time, can make a huge difference in how you feel and function.
The best part? You don’t have to “just deal with it.”
Pilates can help you feel strong, supported, and confident again. You deserve to move freely without second-guessing your next laugh or jump.
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