Menstrual cycle and working out?
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o yes! the best way to make cramps lessen is to work out especially running. it works so well! if i am having a bad cramp i go running and then when i am done, i feel a lot better!
so burn some carbs baby!
Yes! It relieves cramps and the endorphins (sp?) make you less moody. It's a great stress reliever! It makes your period much more tolerable!
For me, working out the first day or 2 of my cycle... is very relieving for my cramps and bloating!! Just stay away from sodium the week before and the week of your cycle. Thats what causes you to be bloated and feel yucky.
I also read that the week before you get your cycle is when you burn the most calories!! So its ok to workout while in your cycle.
PS. I also do the sauna... it def. relaxes me and relieves any fatigue I have!! I come out feeling and looking radiant!
Good luck!
Yes. I read in a women's health magazine recently that exercising while pre-menstrual as well as when you are actually menstruating helps alleviate symptoms related to the period such as cramps, back and leg pain and bloating.
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