Here are some common myths and facts about menstruation. Exercise improves mood and can reduce stress and depression. Which are often associated with chronic pain. Exercise can improve mood and reduce stress and depression, often associated with chronic pain.
Exercising while on your period has both physical and mental benefits. There are benefits to exercising every day. Progesterone and estrogen are at their lowest levels during menstruation, which can lead to feeling tired and losing energy. It’s not that if you don’t get energy and in such a situation you don’t exercise, you will get benefits. For your information, let us tell you that you will not get any benefit from exercising alone.
Exercise gives you a natural endorphin rush, it can improve your mood and make you feel better. Brandon Marcello, PhD, believes that one of the main benefits of exercising during menstruation is the release of endorphins and higher exercise levels. She also said that since endorphins are a natural pain reliever, when they are released during exercise, you may experience relief from uncomfortable periods.
Dr. Lindsay Matthews, strength and conditioning coach and founder and CEO of BIRTHFIT, says exercising during this time will improve your mood and increase circulation. Exercise also reduces cramps, headaches, or back pain associated with your period.
Intense cardio: can cause heavy flow and tension during periods. Training with heavy weights: Especially if you experience menstrual cramps.
Reverse yoga poses: such as shoulder stand, headstand and plow pose. May worsen pelvic pain, lower abdominal pain and back pain. May worsen pelvic pain, lower abdominal pain and back pain.
Published on: November 30, 2024 at 7:00 PM (IST)