250: Fascia for Better Sex with Anna Rahe

In this episode of Better Sex, host Jessa Zimmerman engages in a detailed discussion with Anna Rahe about fascia, a system of connective tissues in the body. They explore how fascia impacts sexual health, pain, pleasure, flexibility, and overall bodily function. Rae shares insights from her personal journey of overcoming severe health issues through understanding and working with her fascia. Listeners learn about the relationship between fascia and various body systems, the importance of movement and hydration for fascia health, and practical strategies to improve fascia function. The episode also includes a demonstration of exercises beneficial for pelvic floor health and enhancing sexual pleasure.

00:00 Introduction to Better Sex Podcast

00:47 Understanding Fascia with Anna Rahe

01:38 Anna Rahe's Personal Journey with Fascia

04:55 What is Fascia?

07:51 The Importance of Fascia in Overall Health

09:49 Maintaining Healthy Fascia

16:02 Fascia and Movement Practices

20:47 Fascia's Role in Sexual Health

23:28 The Pelvic Floor and Diaphragm Connection

24:45 Understanding Pain and Fascia

25:42 The Insula and Fascia's Role in Sensory Processing

27:24 Fascia's Impact on Sexual Health

34:50 Practical Exercises for Fascia Health

39:07 Integrating Fascia Health into Daily Life

41:14 Resources and Closing Remarks

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Bio:

For the past 25+ years, Anna Rahe has delved deep into a liberating and empowering relationship with fascia so that as many people as possible can invest in their health, restore their vitality, and heal themselves with the proprietary tools she has created. As the founder, CEO and educator of GST Body, Anna has spoken about holistic body care through fascia around the world, partnered with top athletes, surgeons, physicians and celebrities, and been featured in various publications, from Shape to Elle, Net-a-Porter to The Wall Street Journal.

Link for exercise demo video

https://gstvitalifestudio.com/checkout/new?o=194964

More info and resources:

Secret Podcast for the Higher Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/hdppodcast

Secret Podcast for the Lower Desire Partner: https://www.intimacywithease.com/ldppodcast

Special Collections of the podcast:

Increasing Desire Episodes

Eroticism and Excitement Episodes