{"product_id":"new-year-new-you-pelvic-floor-wellness-day","title":"New Year, New You: Pelvic Floor Wellness Day","description":"\u003cp\u003eWinter Balance is more than a retreat. It is a day to step away from the busyness of everyday life and reconnect with yourself, your body, and the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Day\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMorning • Awaken\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin with a guided winter trail walk through the beautiful Wicklow landscape, connecting with your body, your breath and the natural environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe’ll return to Anam Kara for herbal tea and refreshments before moving into the day's pelvic floor workshop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMidday • Nourish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Pelvic Floor Health through a practical and accessible workshop, looking at the relationship between the pelvic floor, breathing, posture, abdominal muscles, hips, movement and whole-body connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a common perception that pelvic floor problems are simply about having a pelvic floor that is “too weak”. In reality, the pelvic floor is a complex group of muscles that needs to be able to contract, relax and move through its full range of motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many women, particularly those who are active or regularly exercising, the issue may not be a lack of strength but excessive tension or an inability to fully relax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also possible to have different levels of tension or strength within different areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eYou may experience:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow muscle tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive tension or tightness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA combination of tightness and low tone in different areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA healthy muscle needs both strength and the ability to relax. A muscle that is constantly contracted cannot function optimally, just as a muscle that lacks tone may struggle to provide adequate support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is not simply to “strengthen” the pelvic floor — it is to develop awareness, control, strength, relaxation and full range of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat We’ll Explore\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is about moving beyond the idea that “stronger is always better.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will explore how the pelvic floor works as part of the whole body and how breathing, posture, abdominal muscles, hips, movement and nervous system regulation can all influence pelvic floor function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will learn practical ways to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop greater awareness of your pelvic floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the difference between tension and weakness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore both activation and relaxation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoordinate pelvic floor movement with breathing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprove whole-body connection and movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognise when you may be holding unnecessary tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop simple tools that you can take into everyday life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ll then take time to enjoy a delicious seasonal lunch inspired by local produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAfternoon • Restore\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow the pace with guided breathwork, self-massage and restorative movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere will be time to relax, release tension and absorb what you have explored throughout the day, allowing the body and nervous system to settle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClosing • Reset\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring the day gently to a close with space to reflect, restore and reconnect, leaving you feeling grounded, refreshed and supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional Extra • Sauna \u0026amp; Cold Plunge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who wish to extend their experience, an optional sauna and cold plunge provides an invigorating way to finish the day and reset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYou'll Take Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA renewed understanding of the balance between movement, strength and rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreater awareness of pelvic floor tension, relaxation and control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA better understanding of how the pelvic floor connects with breathing, posture and whole-body movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple tools to help you release tension and reconnect with your body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical ways to support pelvic health and wellbeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime and space to slow down, reset and recharge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspiration to bring more mindful movement and relaxation into everyday life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou don't need to have a pelvic floor problem to benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is an opportunity for women to understand how their pelvic floor works, how it connects with the rest of the body, and how to develop better awareness, control and ease of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anam Kara Wellness","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57561262031221,"sku":null,"price":168.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0947\/6151\/7429\/files\/retreat-winter-balance-01.jpg?v=1788974465","url":"https:\/\/anamkarawellness.ie\/products\/new-year-new-you-pelvic-floor-wellness-day","provider":"Anam Kara Wellness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}