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Period problems got you down? Don’t let Mother Nature get in the way. These exercises and yoga poses will help banish menstrual cramps, lower back pain, bloating, and more.
Workouts
Exercise may be the last thing on your mind during your time of the month, but it could be the ticket to feeling like yourself again. Besides providing an extra dose of mood-boosting endorphins, exercising during your period is shown to help relieve abdominal cramps, bloating, headaches, and lower back pain.
1. Pelvic tucks
Why it works: Getting the blood to circulate to the lower back muscles, while also gently strengthening them, is a great way to relieve lower back pain
2. Top taps
Why it works: It utilizes your abdominal muscles and relieves cramps.
3. Thigh dancing
Why it works: This exercise simultaneously strengthens your abs. While also working your thigh muscles.
4. Glute lifts
Why it works: This exercise strengthens your entire core which can help reduce lower back pain.
5. The Rockette Yoga
Why it works: While it may seem counter-intuitive to contract your abs when you’re experiencing period cramps. This movement can help aid in relief.
6. Reclined bound angle
Why it works: This pose soothes the lower back and opens the hips. It often can feel achy during one’s menstrual cycle.
7. Seated leg forward bend
Why it works: Because the bend brings relief to the lower back and sacrum, It can become tight and stiff during your period.
8. Seated twist
Why it works: This exercise simultaneously strengthens your abs and also works your thigh muscles.
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