May 12, 2023
Light walking can help you stay active during your periods. This light-intensity aerobic exercise can help your lungs function properly during the cycle, and improve your mood by increasing the production of endorphins.
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You can go running if you have mild symptoms or you are in the later days of your period. Go for slow running and take breaks whenever required. It can help reduce irritation and boost your mood.
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Swimming is the most gentle and relaxing exercise you can do even on your period. It alleviates menstrual pain and relaxes your muscles. If your period is light, you won’t bleed due to the counter pressure of water.
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Pilates can help target specific muscle groups and help relieve period pain. So, you can choose workouts that can help relieve specific pain. They help increase your core strength and lessen the severity of cramps.
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Stretching at home can help you stay active during your period instead of rolling in your bed. They can help relax your muscle tension and relieve period pain. Some simple stretches include butterfly stretches, leg circles and pelvic tilts.
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Doing some light lifting at home with dumbbells or water bottles can help improve your flexibility and strength. It can also boost your mood and improve blood circulation without straining your body.
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Yoga can help relax your mood swings through poses and breathing exercises. It can help relieve period symptoms such as bloating and cramps. A few poses you can practise include the child pose, cobra pose and cat-cow pose.
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This fun-filled activity can improve your mood, keep you happy and help you burn calories. It can also improve blood circulation and reduce your menstrual cramps.
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Cycling can also help you stay active during your periods. Just 5-10 minutes of outdoor or indoor cycling can improve your blood circulation, release tension and make you feel rejuvenated.
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Meditation is an age-old practice that reduces your stress levels, relaxes your mind and keeps you calm. Sit comfortably, close your eyes and deeply inhale and exhale for 20 minutes and focus on your breath.
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