Ready to return to exercise after prostate surgery, but feeling unsure where to start?

In this episode of Down There, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Laura McKaig shares 9 clear, supportive tips to help you build strength, improve bladder control, and feel confident getting back to movement. Whether that’s walking, golfing, or hitting the gym again.

You'll also hear the inspiring story of “Joe,” one of Laura’s real patients, who went from post-surgery incontinence to climbing mountains again through smart rehab strategies and consistency.

⏱️ Timestamps:

[00:00] – Overcoming Post-Surgery Exercise Fears

[01:27] – Guidelines for Post-Surgery Exercise

[02:22] – Joe's Story: A Journey Back to Fitness

[03:58] – Common Concerns About Post-Surgery Exercise

[04:24] – The Importance of Movement-Based Therapy

[05:29] – General Exercise Guidelines

[06:05] – Guideline 1: Start Slow and Steady

[08:43] – Guideline 2: The Importance of Breathing

[09:46] – Guideline 3: Quality Over Quantity during exercise

[11:05] – Guideline 4: No Pain, No Gain Myth

[11:42] – Guideline 5: Listen to Your Body

[13:02] – Guideline 6: Managing Pelvic Floor Fatigue

[13:54] – Guideline 7: Modify Activities, Don't Quit

[14:45] – Guideline 8: Lighten Up on the Squeeze

[15:34] – Guideline 9: Be Prepared for Leakage

[16:36] – Strength Training Post-Surgery

[19:31] – Joe's Success Story and Achieving Your Exercise Goals

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