Let’s engage two key muscle groups: the diaphragm and the bulbospongiosus and ischiocavernosus muscles, which play a crucial role in sustaining an erection.
We’ll experiment with homemade rings made from yoga straps to enhance awareness and activation of the perineal muscles. These rings will apply gentle pressure around the base of the penis, encouraging engagement of the cavernosus muscles, which help maintain an erection. These muscles are located along the inner portion of the penis and the perineum, contributing to circulation, arousal, and muscular control in this region.
Now, let’s connect this to breathwork. We’ll take a deep inhale, directing our focus to the diaphragm, a dome-shaped muscle located beneath the lungs. When you inhale deeply, the diaphragm contracts and moves downward, creating space for the lungs to expand and fill with air. Imagine an exercise ball or a BOSU ball at the gym—when you press down on it, it flattens under your weight. Similarly, as you inhale, the diaphragm moves down, allowing the breath to flow in.
By coordinating breath control with pelvic engagement, we can stimulate blood flow, enhance awareness of the perineal muscles, and strengthen the connection between breath and arousal. This practice supports both muscular activation and relaxation, helping to cultivate deeper sensations and control over arousal and energy flow.