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Can doing kegals with full bladder weaken the pelvic muscles?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

No, but...: No it won't weaken the pelvic muscles, but it isn't cute to be called "squirt" when you are adult. Empty your bladder first.

Answered 1/12/2018

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Can doing kegals with full bladder weaken the pelvic muscles?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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