136- Falling Into Fitness// How to Rebuild Strength & Energy Without Burning Out

136- Falling Into Fitness// How to Rebuild Strength & Energy Without Burning Out

Author: Dr. Desiree Cassell | Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Women’s Health Specialist, Strong and Fit Momma October 6, 2025 Duration: 21:26
šŸ Fall isn’t just a season of change outside — it’s the perfect time to reset your approach to fitness and movement. But for many women, especially postpartum moms, ā€œgetting back into fitnessā€ either feels overwhelming (all or nothing) or impossible (because of symptoms like leaking, prolapse, or pain). In this episode, I’m sharing how to fall into fitness with grace, intention, and strategies that actually work for your pelvic floor, core, and nervous system. ✨ What you’ll learn in this episode: Why fitness should feel supportive, not punishing. The most common mistakes women make when returning to workouts after pregnancy or a break. How to build strength from the inside out by starting with your pelvic floor and deep core. Why recovery is just as important as your workout. Practical, seasonal tips to weave fitness into busy mom-life (without guilt or burnout). How to create consistency that feels realistic and empowering. 🌿 Whether you’re early postpartum, years down the road, or simply navigating motherhood, this episode will give you the tools to reconnect with your body, move with confidence, and finally feel strong again — without sacrificing your energy or pushing through symptoms. ✨ This season, let’s fall into fitness together — with more strength, more energy, and way less stress ✨ Next Steps: šŸ“² Download the Pelvic Floor, Core & More App →  for guided breathwork, mobility, and strength progressions you can do at home. - Download PCM App iTunes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pelvic-floor-core-more/id6740750561Ā  - Download PCM App Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pqw8e051gua.pmh8skrtsapp&pcampaignid=web_share šŸ’Ž Join RESTORE, my 12-week program that walks you step by step through pelvic floor and core healing — so you can stop leaking, reduce prolapse symptoms, and feel strong again. Ā https://balancedmomtality.com/restoreĀ  šŸŽ§ Don’t forget to subscribe to Pelvic Floor, Core & More so you never miss an empowering episode about pelvic floor health, core strength, and whole-body healing. Ā  šŸ‘‰ If this episode resonated with you, share it with a mom friend who needs to hear that healing is possible. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an empowering conversation about pelvic health, core strength, and whole-body healing. šŸ’– Want Personalized Support? Book a virtual or in-person pelvic floor physical therapy session tailored to YOU. šŸ“§ Email: PTDes@balancedmomtality.com 🌿 Join the Momtality Community: šŸ‘Æā€ā™€ļø Free Facebook Group: Balanced Momtality Wellness + Support šŸ’Œ Get on the VIP list: https://newsletter.balancedmomtality.com/ šŸ’¬ Stay Connected: IG: @the_balanced_momtality FB: @thebalancedmomtality Web: www.balancedmomtality.com šŸŽ§ Share the love: Found this powerful? Send it to a mama who’s ready to rise — and don’t forget to leave a 5-star review! šŸ’– Prefer 1:1 or Hybrid Support? Let’s build a plan just for you. Email PTDes@balancedmomtality.com Keywords: prolapse support, posture and pelvic floor, breathwork for leaking, body awareness practice, pelvic floor app, somatic healing women, core healing, postpartum, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, grounding, nervous system healing, regulation for moms, pregnancy fitness, prenatal workout, safe exercise during pregnancy, pelvic floor health pregnancy, core exercises pregnancy, prepare for birth, prenatal exercise tips, pregnancy workout modifications

There's a lot of noise out there about "bouncing back" after having a baby, often centered on intense workouts and restrictive diets. Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels cuts through that clutter with a different, more sustainable approach. Hosted by Dr. Desiree Cassell, a pelvic floor physical therapist and women's health specialist, this podcast is a resource for mothers at any stage-whether you're preparing for birth, navigating the early postpartum months, or years beyond and still dealing with the lingering effects of pregnancy. The conversations here move far beyond basic Kegel exercises, diving into practical core rehabilitation, nervous system regulation, and holistic self-care strategies that fit into a real, busy life. You'll hear about functional movements that build strength without fear, ways to prepare your body for labor with confidence, and compassionate guidance for the long journey of postpartum recovery. Dr. Cassell brings her professional expertise and personal experience as a strong and fit momma to every episode, offering actionable advice that prioritizes feeling capable and healthy over adhering to punishing routines. This is a space where the complexities of the female body are honored, not rushed, providing a sense of community and grounded knowledge for anyone looking to heal and thrive through motherhood.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Pelvic Floor, Core & More | Healing Beyond Kegels: Core Rehab, Prenatal Fitness, Birth Prep, Postpartum Recovery, Nervous System Regulation, and Holistic Self-Care for Moms
Podcast Episodes
130- Core Exercises & Pelvic Floor Healing Strategies… From the Couch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:28
Think you need intense workouts, endless kegels, or hours at the gym to heal your pelvic floor and core? Nope. šŸ’› In fact, some of the most powerful healing practices you can do happen while you’re resting — yes, even whi…
126- The 5 Most Common Mistakes Women Make When Restoring Their Core [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:10
If you’ve ever been told to ā€œjust strengthen your coreā€ — only to keep leaking, feeling weak, or struggling with back pain — this episode is for you. šŸ’› The truth is, most women are given advice about their core that’s ei…
125- The Healing Hierarchy// What to Prioritize When Everything Feels Broken [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:02
Have you ever felt like everything in your body is falling apart — leaking, back pain, diastasis recti, prolapse, tension everywhere — and you don’t even know where to start? 😩 You’re not alone, mama. One of the biggest…
124- Have a Strong Core with Diastasis Recti// Healing Beyond Crunches & Kegels [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:49
If you’ve Googled ā€œhow to heal diastasis recti postpartumā€ and ended up more confused than empowered — you’re not alone, momma. šŸ’• In this episode of Pelvic Floor, Core & More, Dr. Desiree Cassell, pelvic floor and women’…