Anne Hathaways pelvic-floor bible idea sparks buzz This $19 gadget delivers the burn

When mother speaks, we listen.Anne Hathaway is currently expecting her third child — and she’s had a particularly busy year, between the release of “The Odyssey,” “Mother Mary” and “The Devil Wears Prada 2”.In an interview promoting her latest film, “Verity”, the 43-year-old star was asked what kind of book she might want to write.“I would probably want to write on pelvic floor health…” the actress quickly responded.

“I would just want to interview every single expert I could find and write, like, a bible that would actually really help a lot of women.”Her comments are bringing major buzz to an often-underdiscussed topic in women’s health.According to several studies, pelvic floor problems are quite common — and not just among women who have experienced pregnancy or childbirth.

One review found that around 40% of women experience at least one pelvic floor problem, such as urinary incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse.Hathaway explained there wasn’t much information available to her about pelvic health when she was a young woman.But since she began focusing on her pelvic floor, she has noticed improvements in her strength, energy and overall quality of life.

Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to train the pelvic floor, from physical therapy and Kegels to breathing exercises and fitness gadgets.The MERACH Pelvic Floor Exercise Device is one affordable option, priced under $20 ahead of October Prime Day, which runs Oct.

6 though 7.And according to thousands of reviews, this tiny contraption is seriously effective at helping strengthen the core and pelvic floor — and it’s pretty easy to useThe ultra-compact machine features a comfortable 360-degree rotating pad and an adjustable leg trap “ideal for inner-thigh workouts and Kegel trainer exercises.” A built-in display tracks key metrics, including repetitions, durtion, and calories burned, so you can stay on top of your progress.“This thing is the real deal!” one use...