Have you ever been told to sit up straight, pull your shoulders back, or stop slouching? What if that advice isn’t actually what your body needs?
In this video, Susan Winograd, MSPT, explains one of the most misunderstood topics in pelvic health: the difference between posture and pelvic floor alignment — and why alignment, not posture, is what really supports your core.
What Is Pelvic Floor Alignment?
Posture is simply a position — sitting, standing, or even slouching on the couch. Alignment is different. It’s how your ribcage and pelvis are stacked in relation to one another. When your ribcage and pelvis are properly aligned, your diaphragm and pelvic floor can communicate and function as a team.
Good pelvic floor alignment allows your body’s deep core system — your diaphragm, deep abdominals, deep back muscles, and pelvic floor — to work together efficiently, rather than compensating for a body that’s out of balance.
Why Pelvic Floor Alignment Matters More Than Posture
When your body is aligned, it doesn’t have to work as hard to stay upright and supported. This can lead to:
- Easier, more efficient breathing
- Better pressure management through the core
- Improved pelvic floor function
- Reduced strain from “holding” a posture all day
- More efficient movement during workouts and daily life
Rather than forcing your shoulders back or your chin up, focusing on alignment allows your body’s natural support system to do its job.
Find Your Best Alignment
If you want to improve your pelvic floor alignment, working with a pelvic floor physical therapist can help you identify exactly how your ribcage and pelvis should be positioned relative to one another — and how to keep your deep core system engaged and supported through daily life.
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