Why do I leak when I run?

Leaking during running is commonly associated with stress urinary incontinence, which occurs when the pelvic floor muscles cannot adequately support increased pressure during impact activities.

This does not necessarily mean your pelvic floor is weak, it may also reflect timing, coordination, or breathing pattern issues.

Pelvic floor physiotherapy can help retrain the system so it can better manage impact and pressure during running and exercise.

👉 Related reading: Pelvic Floor and Running: Why You Leak, Feel Heaviness, or Loss Control