For Women: Is it ok to exercise even if you have your monthly period?

Yes, I think it's great to exercise your body at that time of the month, because it eases the stomach cramps and also maintains a regular, less painful flow. Go ahead, my friend, and exercise all you want. Tummy exercises would be especially good for you. Brightest Blessings.

Hello Jemina, I think that this will vary from woman to woman. Though, MelissaRuth is correct in that exercise has been found to reduce menstrual cramping. I am a Yoga fan. And, during menstruation Yoga instructors advise specific, restorative exercises. For me personally, I find that light exercise -- stretching, walking, and restorative yoga poses actually helps a great deal at that time of the month. Though, I effort myself not too engage in hard core exercise at that time. Primarily because the menstrual process is already pretty fatiguing, and because my lower back is already strained from the additional pressure that menstruation places on the lumbar region -- being 'nice' to our spine is always a good idea. So, I focus more on gentle, invigorating exercise. If going to the gym is something that you look forward to, then I imagine that you can find a lighter, more gentle exercise routine to engage in during that time. Sometimes just the fact that we 'stick to a routine', like going to the gym, serves a great purpose. So, I think that it's really a very personal choice. Though, whatever you decide, please do be kind to your body.

Exercise at my first day of period? please no. may be the 4th days. I can't carry my own head at my first. I felt tired all over the place and all i wanna do it's just long long rest.

yea,it should be fine.some people do bleed heavier with exercise though,i know i'm one of them.i'd just bring extra pads/tampons if you're going to workout just in case.

hi jemina, there is no hard and fast rule that u shud not go the gym during ur periods. its just that due to loss of blood during ur periods u tend to become weak and feel fatigued. this very reason makes us feel that we shud not go the gym.one way its good to avoid from health point of view. since our body cannot bear more exertion. but people who are healthy and whose heamoglobin levels are good enough and are able to bear exertion can very well join the gym during those days. any activity done within limits are not at all harmful. so it depends on each an every indivisual considering her health.

Yes, as long as you are feeling up to it. If you are feeling ill or too fatigued, that may be a sign that your body needs to rest. I generally will go to the gym even if I am not feeling wonderful because exercise tends to make me feel better. While I am exercising, the cramps lessen, sometimes a headache will go away, and my energy level will increase and i'll feel less 'fuzzy'. If I am really exhausted and can't even bring myself to drive there, I'll skip it until I feel motivated.

If I don't go to the gym or exercise then I have really bad cramps and feel extremely tired. If I go to the gym and just do some cardio I feel better, have more energy and have fewer clots. If you are worried you can call your doctor or ask a certified trainer at the gym for more information.

i think it varies from person to person. i think its problematic when it is very painful.i feel that. when not so much, you can do so. but in any case you must feel comfortable.

Good Grief! I thought this sort of old wives tail disappeared when I was a girl and that's over 40 years ago. You can do anything while you have your period. Menstruation doesn't make you a cripple or anything. Life goes on and waits for no-one

Yes definately. As long as you are physically well there is no reason why not. As others have said research shows that exercise is highly beneficial. It can help with mood swings and cramps. Just make sure you drink plenty of fluids so that you don't become dehydrated. Good luck.

its up to u , if u havent any pain , and feel comfortable like simple days then u can go .

Menstrual bleeding is physiologic and so it is okey to do what you ususally do unless you bleed profusely

I heard that we still needed to have some exercises during our monthly period. But of course, to do it as much as we could take. Don’t push yourself too much on exercise during the monthly period, some women could get cramps so I would recommend you to just have some smaller exercise, perhaps walking on treadmill is still okay but not running. Some heavy exercise programs might need to be avoided during the period.

before i started going to the gym, i used to have severe pain during my period. now, it is tolerable... exercise really helped a great deal. but i dont workout on my first day... maybe its just my moods, i really dont feel like working out on my first day. then on my 2nd day, i would just do some stretching & light exercises.

Not only is it ok to go to the gym during your period, it's a wise thing to do. It helps with the cramps and keeps your body healthy and active no matter what time of the month it is.

there is no problem with continuing normal activity during that time of the month unless you are feeling pain then it would not be wise to do any exercise that might make you feel worse.

I think its okay since I do that. Nothing will happen I assure you. Any experiences that gives you a doubt? can you share ?.

I don't know. I don't exercise. But other women I know don't want to do any strenous activity when they have they're period. I don't like doing strenous activites either. It just feels uncomfortable, and all I want to do when I have my period is to stay at home.

sorry i am a man. LOL. i try to reply all email notification from my inbox either not under my interest or what as long as no one will be skip from me to reply. i tried to figure out your question. there is no scientific allegation about exercising while you have monthly period as long as you are not over tired, some says that taking a bath during this time is wrong but the doctors say its okay. a little bit confusing. LOL

Yes, its totally fine to exercise during period. Infact exercising reduces cramps during periods. But to avoid tiredness and weakness, stay away from heavy workouts and stick to lighter ones during periods. SillyLilly