You assume your core is weak and needs more work. But here's what most people don't realize: your core includes your pelvic floor, and if your pelvic floor isn't functioning properly, your entire core system breaks down - no matter how many planks you do.

You might assume you're burned out and need a complete break from training. But here's what's often overlooked: for women, the line between productive training and under-recovery is narrower than for men, and hormonal factors play a significant role that most training programs ignore completely.

Here's what you need to know: leaking during exercise is common, but it's not normal, and it's definitely not something you have to accept. It's a signal that your pelvic floor isn't coordinating properly with the demands of high-impact activity, and it requires professional evaluation to identify the specific dysfunction and appropriate treatment.

Here's what you need to know: pelvic pressure during long runs is common, but it's not normal or something you should accept as part of being a female athlete. It's a signal from your body that needs professional evaluation to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.

At Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance, we see this pattern regularly in the weeks following major races. The good news? Post-race worsening of pelvic floor symptoms is common, usually temporary, and treatable. But it does require attention, not just rest and hope.

At Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance, we work with female runners facing this exact dilemma every spring. The good news? In most cases, you can continue training for your goal race while simultaneously addressing pelvic floor dysfunction. But it requires a strategic approach, not just pushing through symptoms.

Many female runners experience pelvic pressure or heaviness during long runs, especially as mileage increases during spring marathon training. But most don't talk about it, unsure whether it's normal or a sign of something more serious.

At Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance, we have physical therapists who specialize in pelvic floor physical therapy for active adults, including runners. Every spring, as women ramp up training for races like the Country Music Marathon, we see athletes who've been silently dealing with pelvic floor dysfunction for months or years, thinking there's nothing that can be done about it.

At Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance, we specialize in pelvic floor physical therapy for active adults, including runners. Every spring, we see athletes who've been silently dealing with pelvic floor dysfunction for months or years, thinking there's nothing that can be done about it. That's simply not true.

Let's talk about why "just in case" peeing is problematic, what it does to your bladder over time, and how to retrain healthier habits.

Sit bone pain (pain in your ischial tuberosity, the bony prominence you sit on) is more common than you might think, and it can have several different causes. At Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance, we regularly evaluate and treat sit bone pain, and we find that the cause is often not what people expect.

If you've noticed your body feeling tighter, achier, or just... crankier as we head into March, you're not imagining it. Every spring, we see a wave of patients at Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance describing the same thing: "I don't know why, but everything just feels stiff." The good news? This seasonal stiffness is normal, predictable, and—with the right approach—fixable in about a week. Let's talk about why this happens and what you can do about it.

When we talk about “loving your body,” most conversations focus on strength, cardio, or flexibility. But there’s one critical system that often gets overlooked—until something goes wrong. Your pelvic floor . Pelvic health is not just about pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or aging. It’s about how your body supports you every single day , whether you’re lifting weights, running, managing stress, or simply trying to feel confident and comfortable in your own body. At Nashville P

When people think about physical therapy, they often picture backs, knees, or shoulders. But one of the most important—and commonly overlooked—areas we treat is the pelvic floor . Pelvic floor dysfunction is far more common than most people realize, affecting adults across genders, ages, and activity levels. And yet, many people live with symptoms for years before realizing that physical therapy is often the best first-line treatment . January is about resetting habits, rebui

Pelvic floor issues are often framed as a women’s health topic, which leaves many men confused—or silent—when symptoms show up. The reality is simple: men have pelvic floors too , and dysfunction in this area can affect everything from bladder control to sexual function, core strength, and persistent pain. January is about resetting patterns, rebuilding foundations, and realigning priorities. If you’ve been dealing with nagging symptoms and hoping they’ll resolve on their own

When you hear “physical therapy,” what comes to mind? Probably recovering from knee surgery, rehabbing a sprained ankle, or dealing with low back pain. Those are all important parts of PT, but they’re just the beginning. Physical therapy covers a much wider range of needs—some that might surprise you. At Nashville Physical Therapy & Performance , we work with active people every day on things they didn’t even realize PT could help with. Surprising Ways Physical Therapy Can H

When people hear “pelvic floor physical therapy,” many immediately think of pregnancy or postpartum recovery. While pelvic health PT is incredibly important during and after pregnancy, that’s only part of the story. The pelvic floor plays a role in bladder and bowel function, sexual health, core stability, breathing, posture, and pain management —for both women and men, across all stages of life. If you’ve ever wondered whether pelvic floor PT could help you (or assumed it wa

Pelvic floor symptoms are far more common than most people realize—but they’re also some of the least talked about. Many people assume what they’re experiencing is “normal,” something they just have to live with, or something only related to pregnancy, aging, or surgery. Here’s the truth: pelvic floor physical therapy isn’t just for a specific group of people, and it’s not only for severe symptoms . Often, it’s most effective when issues are addressed early—before they become

Postpartum back pain is a common complaint among new moms, and if left untreated, it can interfere with daily life, parenting, and your overall well-being. The good news? PT can help.