Effective Exercises for Period Pain: Tips For Natural Period Cramp Relief
Did you know that a light workout for just 10 minutes can help alleviate the pain and discomfort experienced while menstruating?
The current generation is increasingly leaning towards adopting a healthy lifestyle. Be it with the preference of organic foods or hitting the gym regularly to stay fit, more people are making healthier lifestyle decisions. But every month, when a woman gets her periods, exercising is the last thing in her mind. the cramps, mood swings, and all forms of body aches taking over, exercising can be a challenge.
However, the trouble is usually only at the start. It gets a lot easier once you start, even if it is with light exercises to just move your body a little.
Did you know that a light workout for just 10 minutes can help alleviate the pain and discomfort experienced while menstruating? To add to that, exercising also helps improve your mood as it releases endorphins - chemicals that help to relieve pain or stress.
You need not necessarily hit the gym to work out; you can indulge in some easy and simple exercises within the comfort of your home. Here's how.
Consider Yoga
When you're on your periods, and even a few days prior to its start, what you need is an exercise routine that isn't physically challenging but still effective. Enter yoga, which is an excellent form of exercise for menstruating women because the gentle stretches that are part of most postures help tense muscles relax. The breathing exercises ensure plenty of oxygen supply to your tissues and other vital organs enabling healthy functioning of your body.
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Light Stretches
If yoga sounds too daunting, you can perform some light stretches such as the lower back stretch or the abdominal twist stretch. You don't have to follow many instructions to do these; just stand up and get moving. Here's how to do them:
Standing Lower Back Stretch
Start with the standing position with your feet wide apart. You may keep your hands free or place them on your hips. While keeping your legs and knees straight, slowly move your torso ahead. When you feel your lower back stretching, stop and hold the position for 15 seconds. Then slowly go back to the original position. Repeat 5 to 10 times in a single set.
Abdominal Twist Stretch
Start by lying on the floor with your face down. With your hips and legs straight on the floor, slowly move your upper body upwards using your hands. Keep the hands straight and hold the pose (also known as the cobra pose) for 20 minutes. Repeat 3 to 5 times in a single set.
Pelvic Tucks
Pelvic tucks engage your pelvic floor muscles and enhance blood circulation to your lower back.
Pelvic tucks engage your pelvic floor muscles and enhance blood circulation to your lower back. They can also help ease some of the tightness that may develop in your muscles from cramps and bloating.
Here's how to do it: First, lie flat on the floor and place your feet apart, wider than your hip-width. Lift your hips off the floor slowly and hold the position for 10 seconds. Then gently lower down. Repeat 5 to 8 times in a single set.
Exercising is a great way to keep your body and mind fit. The fact that it can help alleviate period cramps and aches is a welcome bonus. However, like all good things, the key is not to go overboard. We suggest you listen to your body and not push yourself if you face any discomfort or pain while working out. If needed, consult your doctor to determine what exercises suit you best.
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