476 | Pelvic Floor Health in Exercise and Performance: Going Beyond Pregnancy and Postpartum with Dr Rachel Selman

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom welcome Dr. Rachel Selman, a physical therapist specializing in orthopedic sports medicine and pelvic health. Dr. Selman discusses her new book Floor It, which aims to make pelvic floor health accessible to athletes and the general public—not just postpartum women. The conversation covers pelvic floor function, its role in athletic performance, pressure management, and practical training strategies, including coordination exercises and overcoming isometrics. Dr. Selman emphasizes early symptom management and whole-body integration for optimal pelvic floor health.Mobility Myths Webinar:Come join the FREE Mobility Myths webinar. Doc Jen will cover the major mobility pitfalls, understand what true mobility is, and give you pointers on how to get on the right track. Join here: https://www.docjenfit.com/mobilityguideNeeded Discount:Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women’s health with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout!For full show notes and resources visit: https://jen.health/podcast/476Dr Rachel's Resources:Dr Rachel on IGDr Rachel on YTDr Rachel's WebsiteBook: Floor ItDr Rachel on FBWe think You'll Love: FREE week of Jen HeathJen’s InstagramDom’s InstagramYouTube ChannelWhat You'll Learn: 3:17 The Motivation Behind the Book Floor It8:51 Why Everyone Should Understand Their Pelvic Floor10:51 Pelvic Floor Health for Male Athletes14:42 Normalizing vs. Addressing Pelvic Floor Symptoms16:55 The Role of the Pelvic Floor in Athletics21:43 Why Jumping on a Trampoline Is Different23:52 How to Connect With Your Pelvic Floor28:46 Integrating Pelvic Floor Training Into Workouts33:06 Symptoms During Endurance Activities38:21 Using Overcoming Isometrics for Pelvic Health43:52 The Big Toe’s Connection to the Pelvic Floor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.