Do kegel exercises really work?
First, make sure that you are actually doing Kegel exercises. In order to determine that you’re using the right muscle, the next time you urinate, stop the flow and take note of which muscle you tighten. That’s the one you should be exercising. Like with any exercise, you have to start off slowly and build the muscle before adding more repetitions. It’s certainly possible to overdo Kegel exercises, and if that’s what you’ve done, then it’s not surprising that you would feel sore. Of course, by “soreness,” I hope you mean muscle soreness. Some other soreness inside your vagina would have nothing to do with these exercises and would require a doctor’s examination. When starting Kegel exercises, you should regularly do about two sets of six reps, squeezing the muscle and holding it tight for a second or two for each rep. Exactly how many reps you do and how long you hold each squeeze should depend on your individual comfort level. Don’t worry if you need to begin with fewer reps or shorte
