Lady Troubles

KareenaG

Good morning Ladies! What are some good workouts to do during your menses? Men, if you have an answer please respond as well.

Willbenchforcupcakes

Anything and everything. Even swimming. Getting your body moving any way you can will help you feel so much bettter.

jenlarz

Agree. as long as you've got good coverage you should be able to do whatever you feel like doing

Andrea681

I find that when I'm going through that time of the month I really enjoy doing bikram yoga. Not only do you sweat out the water you are retaining but it calms me down and lessens my mood swings. If you don't like heat, try regular yoga. I also like to go for walks outside with my dog if the weather permits. Hope this helps!

kemeko

I agree.. I don't change my workouts or the intensity during my TOM. I've found that any exercise during this time period increases my level of energy and lessens cramps/discomfort/bloating.

MrsLVF

I don't change a thing.
For cardio: elliptical 30 min daily
& lift weights 4x a week

It is however the only time I eat red meat & french bread.

kabloozi

Anything...just move your body. I get achy and cranky and I find that working out gives me my me time and helps the aches. Resting after is such a treat!

marycmeadows

Why do women act like they can't work out during their periods?? I always work out -- days i have my period are just regular days. In fact, I used to have reallly bad cramps, and 7 day periods. But since I've made my lifestyle change over a year ago, my periods are only about 4 days - with much less cramps. I do all my normal work outs during my period.

Purple_Orchid_87

us women have been living for thousands of years with this montly event
apparent weight gain is usually just water, and evens out 7-14 days after the end of the 'event'
if anything, i get more angry with myself for going back to the old me and eating bad/not moving as much

and trust me, bad moods are bad enough without being angry with myself

ladyt314

hmmmm this is a really good topic ...because at my TOM....i seem to be very HUNGRY always crave chocolate and excercising gets very hard but for the entire WEEK i have to do the ZUMBA class and 1 hour long on the ELITIPICAL machines OH and of course take some ALEVE's....what can i do for the snacking????

amccrazgrl

Sometimes I workout on it and sometimes I don't.
I at least make sure to shower and change panties after working out on it.

SoDamnHungry

I just do my normal stuff unless I'm in agony. Then sometimes I do it anyway.

smplycomplicated

I pop a couple of Midol, and keep going. I don't really change up my workouts, I just push through the pain/discomfort.

HMD7703

Stick with the normal routine. If you are having 'issues' (super heavy day) just make sure you are prepared/covered.

I like that sweating / working out helps to cut the water retention down.

carcrsh

I dislike working out when I have my TOM. I don't have cramps or anything but my flow is ridiculous sometimes and I really dislike tampons. I stick with cardio though. It's awkward wearing a pad but I get through it.

rml_16

I go in a tent with my sisters and sit on straw during that time of the month.

PoochPottery

Anything except inversions in yoga so I'm told.

vim_n_vigor

You can do whatever you normally can do. If you feel extra run down, change the intensity for a day or two.

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skylark94

Why do women act like they can't work out during their periods?? I always work out -- days i have my period are just regular days. In fact, I used to have reallly bad cramps, and 7 day periods. But since I've made my lifestyle change over a year ago, my periods are only about 4 days - with much less cramps. I do all my normal work outs during my period.

Yes! It's crazy to see how something we all deal with is treated like such a big deal. My life is a bit more inconvenient for a few days, but I don't change anything. It's your period, not a disease.

For those who dislike tampons or pads, look into a Diva Cup. They're wonderful!

skinnywithin

Sex...with yourself or a partner, either works

DANG..You took the words right out iof my mouth ! and agreed SEX is best!

msudaisy28

I at least make sure to shower and change panties after working out on it.

Are you saying that you don't make a point to do these things after working out during the rest of the month??

odusgolp

I go in a tent with my sisters and sit on straw during that time of the month.

great book, love

MrsLVF

Sex...with yourself or a partner, either works

Not a good idea, the sheets would look like a crime scene.

Trechechus

Sex...with yourself or a partner, either works

Not a good idea, the sheets would look like a crime scene.

I was thinking that.

GasMasterFlash

Sex...with yourself or a partner, either works

Not a good idea, the sheets would look like a crime scene.

I was thinking that.

Rubber bedsheets and a hose. Problem solved.

aelarek

Sex...with yourself or a partner, either works

Actually, yeah. Sex is a must when AF visits.
Releives cramps, sweat, endorphins, orgasm.

aelarek

Sex...with yourself or a partner, either works

Not a good idea, the sheets would look like a crime scene.

I was thinking that.

Rubber bedsheets and a hose. Problem solved.

Or take a shower. Hello?
If you're with your partner, place a towel underneath you, and wash off afterwards. That's what my husband and I do. It's worth it for its amazing benefits. Even with the mess.

Banks01

I took the mensus in college and passed!


Wait

mamamc03

Sex...with yourself or a partner, either works

Ewwww...just eeeeeww!!:sick: :noway: :huh:


Now for my answer....I do everything and feel like I work harder. Just wear the right amount of protection and kick butt!! Don't hold back.

MrsLVF

Sex...with yourself or a partner, either works

Not a good idea, the sheets would look like a crime scene.

I was thinking that.

Rubber bedsheets and a hose. Problem solved.

Better yet, take it to the shower & recreate that shower drain scene in Psycho .