Pelvic floor muscles are crucial for running, as weak muscles can lead to bladder leakage and other issues, especially as we age. Jo Dafforn, a pelvic health physiotherapist, recommends simple exercises like Kegels to strengthen the pelvic floor and prevent problems. Proper technique involves focusing on the area between the tailbone and pubic bone, tightening the muscles without involving the abdomen or legs, and holding for one to 10 seconds, releasing between each exercise. Consulting a specialist physiotherapist can be helpful for those struggling to locate and contract the pelvic floor muscles, and starting these exercises early, even during pregnancy, is recommended to prevent future problems.
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Hugh Saunders, a retired pottery painter, tragically took his own life after being a victim of fraud where £20,000 was stolen from his bank account. Despite being reimbursed by Barclays, he was suffering from dementia and believed the issue persisted, leaving a note indicating his intention to go to Rudyard Lake. Following a search, his body was found in the lake, and the coroner concluded that his death was a suicide due to drowning, as...
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