Alexandra Chaux

Hypopressive exercises activate the deep abdominal layer (transversus abdominis) and pelvic floor, creating an internal “corset effect.”
This reflexive activation draws the waist inward, improves spinal stability, and enhances the appearance of a flatter, elongated abdomen, without increasing pressure or risking pelvic floor strain.
Clinical and observational data show that regular practice improves waist circumference, posture, and body awareness, contributing to a more defined silhouette and better functional strength...

Why do so many women want a smaller waist and why is it so hard to achieve?

Waist shape reflects not only body fat but also posture, breathing mechanics, fascia tone, and stress balance.
As women move through life from postpartum recovery to perimenopause and menopause, hormonal and connective tissue changes can cause the waistline to feel wider or less defined.
Research shows that increased abdominal pressure, stress-related cortisol, and decreased collagen elasticity all influence how the waist looks and feels...

The pelvic floor is a complex group of muscles, ligaments and fascia that supports the pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, rectum) and helps regulate functions such as urinary continence, bowel control and sexual intimacy. Over time and under various stresses, this system can malfunction — a condition commonly referred to as pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD)...

By Dr. Alexandra Chaux, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Helping You Move, Heal, and Live in Balance...

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