Kegel exercise

[ key-guhl, kee- ]

noun

1. Often Kegel exercises. exercise performed to strengthen the pubococcygeus and other muscles of the pelvic floor, in order to control incontinence, improve sexual response, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Kegel exercise¹

Named after Arnold H. Kegel (1894–1981), American gynecologist

Example Sentences

There are nonsurgical options, such as Kegel exercise and pessaries, that can help with stress incontinence, Margolis said.

From Washington Post

Mimi Ayers stocks up on several hundred dollars’ worth of toys and trinkets promoting vaginal beauty and well-being, including a $200 Kegel exercise trainer — sort of a Fitbit for the pelvis.

From Washington Post

The genital fitness tracking apps have not stopped there, though: Two new devices — a Bondara “penis pedometer” called the SexFit and SKEA, an acronym for “smart Kegel exercise aid” — could join kGoal on the market.

From Salon

One of the main selling points of Private Gym is that healthy men can enhance their sexual function through a Kegel exercise regimen that includes those tiny weights.

From New York Times

A simple Kegel exercise involves cutting off urine flow for six seconds and resuming urination for six seconds.

From New York Times