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DOING KEGELS THE RIGHT WAY 1 Since Kegels are completely discreet and natural exercises, they can be done anywhere and at any given time. This means that you can comfortably execute your workout while sitting, resting or standing whether indoors or outdoors. Attaining the desired outcomes of male Kegels require you to learn how to do them appropriately. This process involves the following: IDENTIFYING THE RIGHT MUSCLES This process serves as the first step to exercising your pelvic floor muscles. In this case, slow down or stop your urine flow mid-stream. Relax the muscles by initiating the urination pro- cess again. Doing so will give you a better picture of where your pelvic muscles are located. Although this method is a prov- en way of locating your Kegels, avoid engaging in Kegel exercis- es routinely while urinating to avert the risk of suffering from incontinence related issues such as urine leaks. If this process is hard for you, you can try to imagine that you are inhibiting the passage of gas. During this process, you will experience a pulling sensation. The muscles involved in this particular process are the ideal ones for Kegels. Although Kegels can be per- formed in any position, most be- ginners find it more comfortable and easier to do them while lay- ing down. This position minimiz- es the pelvic floor muscles’ fight against gravity. 3 GETTING EFFECTIVE RESULTS FROM KEGELS Once you have located the pelvic muscles, embark on improving the contraction and relaxation of these muscles. During this pro- cess, ensure that you tighten then hold the contraction for about three to five seconds before re- laxing for a similar duration. During your exercises, make sure that you maintain your focus on contracting the pelvic floor mus- cles only. Hence, do not flex or tense the muscles in your but- tocks, thighs or abdomen. You should also breathe freely (in and out) during the workout as opposed to holding your breath. Make it a habit by doing 3-4 sets of 10 repetitions each day. You also need to be consistent, re- member the benefits and keep a keen watch of your progress to make Kegels a healthy habit. To strengthen your pelvic floor muscles, you need to repeat the contraction and relaxation ex- ercise several tim