Understanding Incontinence—and What You Can Do About It

The number of people with incontinence is much higher than many people realize. Studies show:
One in three to one in two women experience problems with bladder weakness or uncontrolled urine leakage at some point in their lives.
A weakened pelvic floor can cause many symptoms—ranging from a feeling of pressure to organ prolapse and urine or gas leakage.

But the good news is: You can strengthen your pelvic floor—at any age.

Why the Pelvic Floor Weakens

During pregnancy, after childbirth, or during menopause, hormonal balance changes.
Tissues and connective tissue become softer, and supportive structures lose their elasticity. A lack of exercise, surgery, being overweight, or a chronic cough also increase pressure on the internal organs—causing the pelvic floor to weaken.

But the body can learn to reorganize itself from the inside out.

The Most Common Types of Incontinence

1. Stress incontinence

A laugh, a cough, a jump—and suddenly urine leaks out.
This type of incontinence occurs when the pelvic floor does not react quickly enough to sudden pressure waves.
CANTIENICA® training strengthens the deep muscles, making them more elastic and responsive. At the same time, the training improves breathing and core coordination—thereby reducing pressure on the bladder and pelvic floor.

2. Urge incontinence

The sudden, almost uncontrollable urge to urinate—often without a full bladder.
The cause is overactive bladder muscles or an imbalance in abdominal pressure.
When the levator ani—the deepest layer of pelvic floor muscles—becomes active again, the urge to urinate can be better controlled. Even consciously lifting the pelvis can help reduce internal pressure.

3. Pain or pressure in the pelvic area

Tension in the pelvic floor muscles can cause pain or pull the organs downward.
Menstrual cramps, sluggish bowel function, or constipation are also often linked to weak or dysfunctional deep muscles.
In such cases, personalized coaching from a certified CANTIENICA® instructor is recommended.
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4. Sexual Sensitivity

A strong, flexible pelvic floor improves blood flow and sensation.
Many women report that targeted exercises help them gain more sensation, confidence, and control.
In men, a strong levator ani muscle supports bladder control and sexual function.

5. Incontinence in Men

Urinary incontinence can occur after prostate surgery, usually due to changes in pressure or weak deep muscles.
Targeted pelvic floor exercises strengthen the sphincter muscles, improve coordination with the diaphragm and breathing, and support recovery.

6. Uncontrolled winds

The pelvic floor also supports the intestines. If air or stool escapes involuntarily, this is often a sign of muscular imbalance.
With targeted training, the body can learn to distribute pressure more effectively—and control is restored.

Not a taboo, but body intelligence

Incontinence is not a fate. It is a signal.
CANTIENICA® Body in Evolution helps you understand this signal.
You’ll learn to coordinate your posture, breathing, and deep muscles so that your body supports itself—from the inside out.
The result: improved posture, lightness, and confidence in your own strength.

Your Next Step

If you’d like to try some introductory exercises, start with the free booklet.

Related Links

Book: “Pelvic Floor Training with Tiger Feeling”
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Online Courses & Intensive Programs
cantienica.com/onlinetraining

Studio Zurich – Introductory Courses
cantienica.com/studiozuerich

Training to Become a CANTIENICA® Pelvic Floor Trainer
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