I have been training for a couple of months on the SS program and have gradually been progressing.
At first I didn't notice any problems but eventually I started feeling tension and stiffness in the pelvic area. This turned into a difficulty with erections, pain when passing urine and some lower back pain. After several months of resting this has improved a lot, but the issues immediately come back as soon as I start any form of even slight training.
I saw several doctors, did an MRI, ruled out inguinal hernia or spinal issues. It turns out that my pelvic muscles are overly tight and inflamed due to the extra pressure that lifting and the valsalva maneuver put on the pelvic floor.
I've heard of many people with pelvic floor weakness, but I hear much less about pelvic floor stiffness, especially in men.
Has anyone encountered this?