Aligned and Well: “Down There” for Women

This addition to the Aligned and Well series—drawing on biomechanics principles to troubleshoot “misuse of your (body) machine”—features prescriptive exercises for female pelvic floor health. Host and scientist Katy Bowman recommends an under tucking posture to strengthen the muscles and help with alignment, and demonstrates deceptively simple “Rx…ercise” movements that include calf stretch, pelvic list, knee squeeze, and “legs on the wall.” Underscoring the importance of changing habits in order to alleviate various ailments—including menstrual cramps, sexual dysfunction, and incontinence—while also promoting general sacral and hip health, this informative guide includes a bonus lecture by Bowman, and printable “Rx…ercises.” Recommended. Aud: P. (J. Williams-Wood)