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Is clenching and unclenching my sphincter the exact same thing as doing a kegel exercise?
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No, but can be part: Your sphincter can be contracted during kegel exercises, but kegel exercises also include contracting gluteal (buttock) muscles plus thrusting the pelvis forwards.
Answered 9/30/2020
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Kegel: That is part of the kegel exercises. However, you want to make sure you feel all of your pelvic muscles tightening and untightening.
Answered 12/17/2012
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