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Suki Waterhouse recently gave fans a surprising health update. The model and singer took to X (formerly Twitter) to explain why she had been missing from social media. Turns out she developed a hernia after wearing tight pants. The situation landed her in the hospital. Her post was part funny, part eye-opening. While fashion mishaps aren’t new, this one came with real health risks. Her story is now sparking conversations about how clothing affects our bodies and what we can do to protect ourselves.
What Happened To Suki Waterhouse?
Suki joked in her tweet, “‘Suki, you never tweet anymore’—have you ever considered I wore pants so tight 6 months ago it caused a hernia & I’ve been too scared to tell you?” She also shared two photos—one in the tight pants onstage, and another in a hospital gown.
The post was funny, but the injury was real. Experts say clothes that are too tight can create unusual pressure on the abdomen. Over time, this can lead to a hernia. Suki didn’t say whether she needed surgery, but her recovery didn’t seem short. Her story might sound extreme, but it’s actually not that rare.
Can Tight Pants Really Cause a Hernia?![1 - 2025-07-16T105741.787]( "suki waterhouse pants hernia")
Yes, they can contribute. A hernia forms when something inside your body, like part of your intestine, pushes through a weak spot in your muscle wall. Most happen in the abdomen or groin.
Pressure is usually the main cause. This pressure can come from various things like straining during a workout, lifting heavy objects, or even frequent coughing. But compressive clothing can also raise that inner pressure, especially around your belly and pelvis.
Occasionally wearing tight jeans or shapewear is okay. However, when clothing tends to strangle your innards, this means you have an issue. This eventually leads to the issue of bulging of tissue as a result of this pressure. Individuals who have poor core muscle strength, a history of pregnancies, or have an abdominal weakness are more prone.
Exercises To Prevent Hernia![2 - 2025-07-16T105739.923]( "hernia exercises")
To lower the risk of developing a hernia, you do not have to visit the gym every day. The trick consists in training your core, becoming more upright, and not straining.
These are some useful steps:
1. Pelvic Tilts
Lay flat on your back with your knees bent. Contract your abdominal muscles and fix your pelvis to the ceiling. Count of 3- 2- 1, hold and release. Do this 1015 times.
2. Modified Planks
Begin on the elbows and knees. Contract your midsection and fix your body. Your spine should be straight. Beginning with 10 seconds and gradually increasing the intensity.
3. Diaphragmatic Breathing
It is also referred to as belly breathing. You should lie down and breathe through your nose into your belly. This makes your diaphragm strong and lowers its internal pressure.
4. Correct Form of Squats
Bend your knees and hips, not your back. Rise on your leg muscles. Weighing is not required at first.
5. Seeker of gentle Yoga or Stretching
Exercises such as cat-dog or child pose add strength and flexibility to your spine in a non-stressing manner.
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Conclusion
The story of Suki Waterhouse introduces everyone to something to stop and reflect on. We should not make our health suffer, just to achieve our goals. You want to wear tight pants-- Okay, but you have to wear them when it does not harm your body. Your core muscles need support, keep in touch with what your body is trying to tell you and without any hesitation, choose comfort when comfort is required the most.