476 | Pelvic Floor Health in Exercise and Performance: Going Beyond Pregnancy and Postpartum with Dr Rachel Selman

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom welcome Dr. Rachel Selman, a physical therapist specializing in orthopedic sports medicine and pelvic health. Dr. Selman discusses her new book Floor It, which aims to make pelvic floor health accessible to athletes and the general public—not just postpartum women. The conversation covers pelvic floor function, its role in athletic performance, pressure management, and practical training strategies, including coordination exercises and overcoming isometrics. Dr. Selman emphasizes early symptom management and whole-body integration for optimal pelvic floor health.