When it's that time of month.. (WOMEN ONLY)

shockrina
shockrina Posts: 29
edited October 1 in Fitness and Exercise
Do you ever feel so bad that you can't do your normal workout sessions?

I know for me all through high school I would throw up once a month from the cramps. Just to get going in the mornings I have to take either four Advil or lately been doing 2 Midols the first two days. Then I feel a little better in the evening.

Just trying to decide if I feel up to working out tonight. I know people says it helps with the cramps but I sometimes feel fine during then worst after I'm done.

What do you do?
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  • dayzeerock
    dayzeerock Posts: 918 Member
    *hint, hint*
    with topics like this, the "search function" is your bff.
  • crystalmichelle82
    crystalmichelle82 Posts: 249
    I always workout no matter what. you have to take the no excuses mentality and do modified if need by. Just try your best and forget the rest.
  • LovingMe19
    LovingMe19 Posts: 380 Member
    I would try working out, and then apply a heating pad to your mid section for a bit.
  • 4vhughes
    4vhughes Posts: 26 Member
    Have you talked to your gyn? I used to have the same problem. I take 1 Piroxicam daily for just the 4 days before I start and I hardly ever get cramps any more. Sorry I didn't really answer your question....
  • NKF92879
    NKF92879 Posts: 601 Member
    I play it by ear. I try to workout, but if I start to feel like I'm gonna hurl I slow down or quit. It sucks, but what do you do. I'm already on birth control (which helps), but I still get pretty sick a few times a year.
  • scj0409
    scj0409 Posts: 18 Member
    I usually feel weak when it's that time of the month. I would relax, eat sensibly and work out another day when you're feeling better.
  • colorfulcupcakes
    colorfulcupcakes Posts: 122 Member
    Every month I take 2 - 3 days off. Well.. last month I tried working out on the 2nd day, and that did not go well, I won't do it again. It seems like peeps who don't have hardcore puking periods don't really believe that it's that much of a problem.. so I tend not to tell people but I do as little as possible.
  • brewingaz
    brewingaz Posts: 1,136 Member
    I find I spend more time at the gym than I do at home during her TOM. I wonder if there is any correlation to her behavior and my time spent at home?

    Oh shoot. I have a penis. I can't post in here. My bad!
  • Riebop
    Riebop Posts: 275
    Honestly, it totally depends on how I feel. Last month, I felt alright and did my scheduled workout. I felt great! However, I'm exhausted this month and might skip tonight's workout. I tried to workout last night and didn't get through the whole thing so I think I need some rest. Listen to your body. However, make sure you can differentiate between the "I just don't feel like it" and the "I really don't have the energy for it."
  • ktbug82
    ktbug82 Posts: 166
    When my vag is hurting, I go workout still.

    Oh wait... women only thread..... ;)

    Hahahaha.

    -But in all seriousness, I still workout. I know it's really hard to get going and to want to because you feel like crap, but I always feel so much better afterwards.
  • MrsCon40
    MrsCon40 Posts: 2,351 Member
    Women have been menstruating since the dawn of time and have had to still carry on life's tasks such as laundry, cooking, laboring in the fields, conducting boardroom meetings, going to the gym *gasp*

    Life goes on.
  • atd81
    atd81 Posts: 225 Member
    Suck it up, cupcake.

    :happy: ^ this I love :laugh:
  • Fit4_Life
    Fit4_Life Posts: 828 Member
    When my vag is hurting, I go workout still.

    Oh wait... women only thread..... ;)

    That's funny!!! :laugh:
  • Laceylala
    Laceylala Posts: 3,094 Member
    Suck it up, cupcake.

    This, Your vag will thank you.
  • shelltree
    shelltree Posts: 169 Member
    I haven't exercised the first day of TTOM for a couple of months as I always get a pretty hefty migraine the first day and just want to sleep. But I do find the lack of energy etc. diminishes once I start exercising again so it might be beneficial to keep up the work outs. Even if it's just something light like walking, even just 30 minutes, at least you got moving and it might be enough to help with the yucky symptoms.

    Good luck! :)
  • FearAnLoathing
    FearAnLoathing Posts: 4,852 Member
    jagermeister
  • Fit4_Life
    Fit4_Life Posts: 828 Member
    As for me.....I get super hungry all day.
  • dad106
    dad106 Posts: 4,868 Member
    One answer: Birth Control.. go to your GYN about the pill, and I promise, you'll feel so much better

    I was like you that during TOM, I couldn't hardly do anything because I was so sick.. and now after being on bc for two years, I don't feel anything at all and it's wonderful.
  • lynchiebaby
    lynchiebaby Posts: 20
    Hey there, i know that feeling, i suffer with them quiet abit.

    Here's afew tips i found that might help you out when doing your exercise:

    If you are just beginning an exercise program, and you suffer from cramps and other period-related issues, then start out slowly. Make sure you're listening to your body and not overdoing it.
    Increase exercise around your period, which will improve oxygen circulation throughout the body.
    Eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.
    Avoid lots of salt (but use spices, especially spicy ones, liberally).
    Avoid refined sugars and fried foods.
    Avoid caffeine—it can make cramps worse.
    Get plenty of sleep.
    Use heat to relieve cramps so you can get to the gym and stick to your workouts.
    By exercising consistently, you may be able to achieve a lighter and shorter menstrual flow, and a lower incidence of mood swings.

    Maybe something in there will help you, best of luck with it all:wink:
  • yummy♥
    yummy♥ Posts: 612 Member
    jagermeister

    shots, or straight to the vag?
  • CakeFit21
    CakeFit21 Posts: 2,521 Member
    I have no time in my training schedule for my period, so I just turned it off.
  • jwaters1006
    jwaters1006 Posts: 136 Member
    I find I spend more time at the gym than I do at home during her TOM. I wonder if there is any correlation to her behavior and my time spent at home?

    Oh shoot. I have a penis. I can't post in here. My bad!

    :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

    my poor husband seems to be at the gym a lot more too...

    I actually feel better after. takes my mind off the pain for an hour or however long I choose to go that day. I used to get really sick during that wonderful TOM but that seems to have subsided to once every 3-4 months... that I can handle
  • FearAnLoathing
    FearAnLoathing Posts: 4,852 Member
    jagermeister

    shots, or straight to the vag?

    straight to the vag you get buzzed faster
  • colorfulcupcakes
    colorfulcupcakes Posts: 122 Member
    *hint, hint*
    with topics like this, the "search function" is your bff.

    I don't mind when people bring topics up again without necessarily just searching. It gives newer people a chance to converse about it. It feels more like another conversation rather than just reading about past peeps' thoughts.
  • shockrina
    shockrina Posts: 29
    Every month I take 2 - 3 days off. Well.. last month I tried working out on the 2nd day, and that did not go well, I won't do it again. It seems like peeps who don't have hardcore puking periods don't really believe that it's that much of a problem.. so I tend not to tell people but I do as little as possible.

    My mom never believed her co-worker's daughter would stay home during that time because of it until it happened to me. I would always end up heading home once a month. So glad I'm not the only one out there.

    As for those of you telling me to suck it up and all that apparently you have never had cramps so bad that just moving made you sick. Luckily, it's not as bad as it use to be but some months are worst than others. Guess it may be a good thing I am working out at night when I feel a little better.

    Guess I'll just see how I feel tonight.
  • Articeluvsmemphis
    Articeluvsmemphis Posts: 1,987 Member
    Suck it up, cupcake.

    This isn't the best topic, you can get mixed reviews. mostly rude like this one above ^^^^^^^^^ :)

    however; for someone like me who is a bit more human, I've always had highly irregular periods, and just because it's something we "should" be used to, it's not. as a result of my weight-loss and healthier lifestyle my periods are a lot more regular, and my symptoms are next to nothing except minor pain in the beginning.

    but if my flow is heavy or in your case you are just really sick, I say just don't exercise. not exercising isn't a big deal. take that time off for a few days, drink plenty water, and watch what you eat. being on your period doesn't have to be a horrible thing for your eating habits to get all off track.

    some people are amazonian warriors or relatives of them, and they'll be rude about sucking it up, just rest, lol
  • AggieCass09
    AggieCass09 Posts: 1,867 Member
    I have no time in my training schedule for my period, so I just turned it off.

    awesome! I also have turned mine off for three months at a time...fabulous!
  • bigredhearts
    bigredhearts Posts: 428
    jagermeister

    :heart:
  • MinnieInMaine
    MinnieInMaine Posts: 6,400 Member
    I usually can push through and actually feel better if I work out but I have to say, this month was a doozy. I knew it was going to happen because I had a light period last month and my body was going to be doing some catching up. But I felt pretty good and figured I might as well at least try going for a 3 mile run (my 2nd attempt at this distance) but I got about 2.5 miles when all of a sudden I felt like I was going to die... I felt weak and hot and nauseated and had to stop and walk the rest of the way. My running partner said she could tell by looking at me that something was wrong. You know it's bad when it shows on your face!

    So, my advice would be to go ahead and try your normal workout but if you start feeling off, tone it down a little or even stop altogether depending on what you're doing and how bad you might feel.

    I would NOT recommend taking Advil or the like before working out though because it can mess with your pain tolerance, which means you may do more than you should becuase those signals are dulled. Take something afterwards if you feel the need...

    Good luck!
  • MrsCon40
    MrsCon40 Posts: 2,351 Member
    As for those of you telling me to suck it up and all that apparently you have never had cramps so bad that just moving made you sick.

    That is not normal and you should seek medical attention.
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