like run a mile and lift weights
my mom says i shouldnt be running w. a period
2006-11-19 02:24:39 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
You can do anything when you have your period! In fact exercise helps to ease the pain of cramps!
2006-11-19 02:27:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can exercise but do it within limits... you certainly shouldn't be working yourself excessively, at least for the first couple of days / when the bleeding is heaviest. I speak from experience, where during football training at school, I doubled up in pain and fell over onto the grass from sheer exhaustion and unexplanable pain.. I still exercise when i have my periods, but just not to that extent.. If you feel cramps coming on, take rest and drink plenty of water..Take care..
2006-11-19 13:39:51 · answer #2 · answered by Curious kitten! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vigorous exercise during a menstrual cycle is healthy and there are absolutely no health risks or concerns. You should bear in mind however that exercise may alter the timing of your cycle and the amount and pattern of the flow of blood. As an addendum not only is exercise healthy during a menstrual cycle it is healthy and recommended that exercise be continued throughout pregnancy.
2006-11-19 10:29:02 · answer #3 · answered by john e russo md facm faafp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, when you do physical exercise while on your period it can actually decrease cramping, and make your period a little lighter. Just be sure to drink lots of water because your body needs more during exercise, and during menstruation.
2006-11-19 10:27:44 · answer #4 · answered by camandizmom 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Of course you can! Your mum might be one of those over protective types who tells you to go to bed when you have a period, mine was the same! You are fine to run if you feel up to it, it wont damage you.
2006-11-19 13:12:03 · answer #5 · answered by Lupin 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if using a pad or pantyliner, it might be a little uncomfortable, but doing exercise is a wonderful way to relieve those cramps. There is absolutely nothing wrong with exercising while you have your period, it is actually encouraged.
2006-11-19 10:27:03 · answer #6 · answered by mjnace 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course you're allowed to exercise when you're on your period. It even helps with cramps and can make you feel better!
~Katie~
2006-11-19 10:30:22 · answer #7 · answered by Katie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your mother needs further education. You can do all the things during your menstrual cycle which you normally do on a daily basis.
2006-11-19 10:28:15 · answer #8 · answered by S H 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well of course it should even help with your symptoms of cramps and bloating .. etc. Just make sure you are protected good with back up panty liners.
2006-11-19 10:28:23 · answer #9 · answered by SHEILA N 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes. I do it all the time and nothing has happened to me yet.
2006-11-19 10:27:58 · answer #10 · answered by Rachel 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋