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Most women know the feeling of wanting to stay in bed during that time of the month. Even if you're physically active and fit, a period can throw off your routine with cramps or lethargy.

But some ladies choose to power through and do their workouts regardless of the hormonal fluctuations and other symptoms that come along with menstruation. Because in these days, exercisng is essential in order to stay fit and healthy.

While it's normally easier to exercise without menstruation, it's usually alright for women to continue exercising on their red days.

According to Healthline, "there's no specific reason you should skip out on your workouts during your period."

In fact, regular exercise can alleviate symptoms of premenstrual syndrome or PMS as well as dysmenorrhea. Hormonal changes in the body during the days leading up to one's period can increase feelings of fatigue.

Physical activity before the onset of menstruation can help boost energy levels to prepare for menstruation. Also, you release more endorphins when you work out. Endorphins are known as happiness-inducing hormones that can lessen period pain and boost your energy.

Overall, if you feel strong enough to do some light exercises on your period, continue working out but take it easy---adjust intensity accordingly, stay hydrated, and take your time especially during recovery and rest period.

Some friendly reminders to take note before working out is having yourself checked by a family doctor or an OB-GYN to see if you're fit to do exercises while on your period.

If you're all clear for exercising during your menstruation, you can choose exercises like stretching activities and some walking and cardio workouts. Other exercises that are recommended during period days include backward lunges, air squats, yoga, pilates, light lifting, and wood chops.

Experiencing pain sensitivity and tiredness is normal during your period. A heating pad can be used to relieve muscle tension and fight off cramping and soreness.

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Women should also be careful not to over-exert themselves or exercise too much because this can lead to period irregularity and low energy. If you're feeling extra sluggish, exercising can always wait until you're done with your period.

Don't push yourself to make it through an intense level workout since this will only further exhaust you and possibly worsen cramps and muscle soreness.

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