I've always been really funny about working out during my period. I get pretty bad bloating, fatigue, and, worst of all, seriously painful cramps! So being physically active during that time of the month was never really an option for me. That is until I started doing yoga. After a month of hitting the studio three to four times a week, it became hard to turn down a class just because I had my period. But the intense abdominal pains were very discouraging. So one day I decided to suck it up and started to notice some of the yoga poses were actually easing my pain and rather quickly too. Who would have thought?
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That's because yoga includes a lot of deep breathing that effectively help relieve pain and tension. But if you're new to yoga, instead of hitting an intense class, try relaxing with a few different poses at home that will help relax your muscles and sooth cramps. Check out a few of my favorite ones below. Believe me, you'll feel a difference in just a matter of minutes!
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