Kegel Exercises?

[WDCA]

I've been told kegel exercises can be used to help prevent or lessen incontinence by strengthening the muscles down there. So part of me is wondering, if you do way too many kegel exercises, so much that the muscles are sore and tired, (like when you go back to the gym after a long lay off) would that render you incontinent for a couple days until the muscles rebuild? Any thoughts or experiences?

[Diapered Android]

This is doubtful. I think you want the complete opposite. Ignore your kegel muscles, and if anything focus on keeping them relaxed. Not a quick process either.

[curiositykilledthecat]

http://www.livestrong.com/article/215985-exercises-to-strengthen-the-bladder-control-muscles/you can overwork hem but the discomfort would be a big hinderance.

[DavidMW]

I've got a strong family history of prostate cancer. My dad's in diapers following otherwise successful treatment for his prostate cancer.

I started the kegel exercises a few years ago, figuring it'll give me a head start for when the family history catches up with me. I've already developed some noticeable muscle definition.

[WDCA]

My point was that if you decide to do 1000 kegels one day after never doing them, those muscles are going to be tired and worn out the next day. And they'll probably be very sore. I just wonder if that would cause temporary incontinence until the muscle repairs itself.

[nappylover78]

I've heard people report temporary incontinence after excessive holding of a full bladder, such as desperation enthusiasts etc. Not sure it's medically advisable to try it to that extent though!