In Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM), pelvic floor exercise(also called Kegel exercises) is a traditional way of health preservation. Chinese medicine believe there are three meridians near the anus: Ren, Du and Chong. The Ren channel govers the yin of the body, the Du channel for the yang of the body, and the Chong channel for the sea of blood. They are in charge of the yin essence, yang energy and sexual function of the body respectively.
The pelvic floor exercise can promote the circulation of yin and yang. Among them, the perineal point is a very important point for longevity. Regularly practice of pelvic floor muscles can have a good massage effect on the perineal point and the maintenance of reproductive function of both men and women.
The practise: when the anus is lifted, it is slightly inwardly contracted, which is similar to the feeling of forbearance. After holding for 3 to 4 seconds, relax, and then do again.
Repeat this for a few minutes. Long-term adherence can help reduce the occurrence of hemorrhoids and improve the symptoms of female urinary incontinence.
