9 Pelvic Floor Mistakes After Prostate Surgery

Many men are told to “just do Kegels” — but common pelvic floor exercise mistakes can actually slow progress. In this video, pelvic floor physical therapist Laura McKaig explains the biggest pelvic floor exercise mistakes men make and how to fix them. If you’re doing pelvic floor exercises for bladder control, prostate surgery recovery, or urinary leakage — technique matters more than intensity. In this video, we cover: ❎The most common pelvic floor exercise mistakes in men ❌Why over-squeezing can make symptoms worse ❎Breathing errors that block pelvic floor progress 👎Why more reps is not always better ✔️How to build effective pelvic floor strength safely Many men I work with in pelvic floor physical therapy have been doing exercises consistently — but not effectively — simply because no one checked their form or strategy. Correcting these mistakes can significantly improve results for men who are recovering after prostate surgery, managing urinary urgency, or wanting to strengthen their pelvic floor muscles. 👩‍⚕️ Find a pelvic floor therapist near you: https://pelvicglobal.com/directory/ Have questions or want to connect? 👉 Follow on Facebook:   / lauramckaigpt   👉 Visit for programs, resources, or in-person support: https://www.pelvicconnection.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:09 - Mistake #1: Too Much Squeeze 1:50 - Mistake #2: Holding Your Breath 2:21 - Mistake #3: Breathing Backward 2:56 - Mistake #4: Too Many Reps 4:00 - Mistake #5: No Relaxation 4:32 - Mistake #6: Training in Only One Position 5:13 - Mistake #7: Expecting Fast Results 5:57 - Mistake #8: Using the Wrong Muscles 6:44 - Mistake #9: Nothing But Kegels 7:47 - Summary & Conclusion ***DISCLAIMER***The content of this video, description, links, and comments, is intended for educational and informational purposes. It is not intended as medical advice or a personalized treatment plan. Pelvic Connection Physical Therapy & Wellness LLC is not liable for any injuries or damages related to the practice of any exercise or activity shown on this video. Injury risk is possible if you do not follow due diligence and seek qualified professional advice about your medical condition or injury. Please consult your healthcare professional for specific concerns. No guarantees of specific results are expressly made or implied from this content.