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How to Work Out When You Live with Chronic Pelvic Pain
Building an Exercise Routine
September 2024•11 min read
Creating Your Personalized Plan
A sustainable exercise routine respects your pelvic pain while gradually building strength and improving quality of life.
Sample Weekly Schedule
Monday: Gentle yoga (30 minutes)
Tuesday: Walking (20 minutes) + core work (10 minutes)
Wednesday: Rest or very light stretching
Thursday: Swimming (30 minutes)
Friday: Yoga (30 minutes)
Saturday: Walking (25 minutes)
Sunday: Rest and recovery
Important Principles
- Listen to your body
- Progress slowly (increase by 10% per week)
- Include warm-up and cool-down
- Stay consistent (regular movement > sporadic intense exercise)
- Communicate with your healthcare team