It's common knowledge that it's best to avoid strenuous exercise during menstruation, but being completely inactive isn't good for your health either! Actually, during your period, as long as your body can adapt, doing some simple menstrual slimming exercises can make you more beautiful without you even realizing it!

Menstruation is a great time to lose weight! Try these 6 exercises during your period!

Do you feel like your colorful life suddenly turns black and white every time you experience menstrual cramps? Many people, fearing the impact on their health, are forced to abandon a month-long diet and end up gaining weight while confined to bed. But do you really need to give up all exercise during your period? In fact, doing light exercise during this special time can actually help you lose more weight!

Is it suitable for women to exercise during their menstrual period?

Actually, it mainly depends on individual circumstances. Generally speaking, most women feel fine during their period, and moderate exercise won't increase bleeding or cause irreparable physical harm. However, if lower abdominal cramps are really making you feel terrible, then listen to your body and remember to take a day off if necessary. Next, we'll teach you six relaxing exercises that you can safely do during your period; you'll find that moderate exercise during your period can make you look radiant and beautiful from the inside out!

1. Walk slowly for 20 to 40 minutes.

Even experts who oppose strenuous exercise or workouts during menstruation cannot deny that walking or strolling is one of the best exercises to help alleviate menstrual discomfort without the risk of injury. Whether before or during your period, as long as you can get out of bed and walk around, why not put on comfortable sandals, apply sunscreen, and go for a walk in the park? Although walking alone doesn't burn many calories, taking advantage of the cool and pleasant autumn breeze in the evening, holding your hand or walking with your beloved dog, will not only subtly lift your spirits but also make you feel physically and mentally refreshed from the exercise!

2. Jog for 15 to 30 minutes

If you're thinking of going for a jog, don't hesitate, just go for it! Numerous sports science studies have confirmed that running can indeed activate the brain and produce endorphins, a chemical that boosts mood. So, if you're feeling down because of your period, put on your headphones and let music accompany your jog! It's important to note that in addition to menstrual blood, you'll also lose water and electrolytes during your run; remember to replenish your fluids before, during, and after your run to prevent your energy from being depleted too quickly and leaving you feeling tired and weak afterward.

3. Yoga for 10-20 minutes

Generally speaking, the yoga poses suitable for women during menstruation vary from person to person; and your skill level and flexibility also affect whether you can perform certain yoga poses. Aside from inverted poses which are not recommended, some yoga poses can indeed help relieve pelvic floor muscle pain and alleviate lower back pain caused by menstruation. If you're not very familiar with yoga yet, try starting with the simple garland pose!

1. Keep your back straight, squat on the yoga mat with your knees open and feet spread apart, trying your best to place your heels flat on the same horizontal line. Imagine yourself as a frog with your legs spread apart, and place your hands naturally on the ground in front of your chest.

2. Next, extend your fingertips backward, palms facing up, and reach behind your left and right feet respectively.

3. Inhale, lean your body slightly forward and maintain balance. Pass your hands through your ankles, touching your heels and fingertips together. Keep your feet balanced and slightly apart, your head can be slightly lowered, and slowly exhale.

4. Aerobic dance for 30-45 minutes

When your period comes, does that inner wild spirit feel particularly restless, yearning for release but unsure how? Honey, we totally understand! Now, let's do some aerobic dance together—the perfect exercise to unleash that inner wildness! Since aerobic dance instructors are usually very lively and the classes are relaxed and fun, we believe you'll quickly shift your focus and easily chase away the gloom! Even better, moderate-intensity aerobic dance not only burns a lot of calories but also helps reduce puffiness; plus, sweating accelerates metabolism, allowing your body to achieve deeper detoxification. After aerobic dance, you'll almost forget your period is waiting for you at home! Of course, remember to stay hydrated!

5. Dance as you please.

Dancing with vigorous movements might seem like something you shouldn't do during your period; however, if your situation isn't too bad, dancing can actually improve your cardiovascular function and blood circulation, making menstrual flow smoother. And have you noticed that dancing is actually the least exercise-like activity? Looking at yourself in the mirror, moving energetically and gracefully to the beat, do you forget you're actually suffering from menstrual discomfort? Dancing not only showcases your charm and affirms yourself, but also leaves you feeling refreshed and carefree after a dance session, even if your body feels exhausted! Furthermore, dancing at night is more relaxing than during the day and makes you look especially attractive. Now, choose your favorite dance track and start dancing!

A friendly reminder: Always warm up thoroughly before dancing and cool down afterward to prevent muscle strain!

6. Lie face down, but don't forget to breathe.

If you're a super lazy girl, then take advantage of your break while watching TV at home and do some prone exercises during commercials to completely relax your body and give your muscles and bones a good stretch.

1. Lie face down on the ground (if the floor is too cold, remember to put down a blanket before lying down).

2. Cross your arms and elbows around your lower chest.

3. Using the strength of your arms and toes, lift your body upwards, hold for a few seconds, then lower it.

The seemingly fun prone exercise is actually a high-intensity full-body workout during menstruation. Start by holding your body elevated for the duration of an advertisement, then gradually extend it to the entire advertisement time. You'll be surprised to find that you burn over 300 calories in that seemingly short advertisement time! Doing it several times will also significantly improve your abdominal cramps.

Besides these six exercises suitable for menstruation, other good options include stationary basketball shooting, Tai Chi, slow swimming, and slow skating. As long as the duration isn't too long, there's no risk of injury. Once menstrual flow begins to decrease around day 3-4 of your period, you can adjust the duration or intensity of your exercise accordingly.