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The idea of exercising before, during, and after your periods may not appeal to you, but believe me when I say that it helps tremendously with menstrual cramping. Your body releases endorphins during exercise, and their interaction with the brain’s receptors reduces your perception of pain, including spasms. During cramping, it is not necessary to engage in weightlifting and other vigorous forms of exercise. Aerobic exercises with low impact, such as walking, jogging, tai chi, yoga, and swimming, can be effective.
In addition to releasing neurotransmitters, physical activity improves blood circulation. Pelvic exercises, such as pelvic tilts and yoga, have proved to be more effective at alleviating menstrual cramps. In a 2011 study, it was determined that the three yoga poses of Cobra, Cat, and Fish substantially reduce the “intensity and duration” of menstrual cramps in young women aged 18 to 22.
