Guide
Vaginal balls: a guide to choosing and your first workout
Ben wa, geisha or kegel balls are the same tool with one purpose: training the pelvic floor. How to pick your first pair and get started.
Vaginal balls go by many names: ben wa balls, geisha balls or kegel balls. They all describe the same tool, one or two weighted balls worn inside the vagina to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles.
Why train the pelvic floor
The pelvic floor carries the weight of your inner organs and shapes sensation during sex. Like any muscle group it grows stronger with regular training, while pregnancy, childbirth and long sitting weaken it. The balls work simply: once inserted, the muscles reflexively grip to hold them, and the inner weight creates gentle vibrations with every step that intensify the workout.
How to choose your first set
- Size: beginners should pick a larger diameter (easier to hold), experienced users a smaller one.
- Weight: start light, around 30 to 50 grams, and increase gradually.
- Material: body-safe silicone is soft, odour-free and easy to clean.
- Cord: a silicone retrieval loop makes removal easy.
Browse the full range in the vaginal and kegel balls category, and add a water-based lubricant for comfortable insertion.
How to start training
Apply a little lubricant and insert the balls like a tampon. Start with 10 to 15 minutes while moving around the house, standing or walking, because that is when the muscles actively work. Extend the sessions gradually up to one hour. After each use wash the balls with warm water and mild soap and store them dry in a fabric pouch.
How long should I wear vaginal balls?
Ten to fifteen minutes a day is enough at the start. As the muscles gain strength you can wear them longer, but keep it under an hour, muscles need rest like in any workout.
Which balls are right for beginners?
A single larger, lighter silicone ball with a retrieval loop. The bigger diameter is easier to hold and the lower weight will not overwork the muscles.
Can I feel the balls while wearing them?
You will notice a subtle vibration of the weights while walking, but nothing is visible from the outside. If the balls slip, choose a larger diameter or shorter sessions.
Every order ships in plain packaging with no content labels. If you are just getting started, read our guide on starting with toys as well.
