Can you do sports during your period?

Engaging in sports during your period can reduce symptoms and boost mood, with right strategies for management and activity adjustment.

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Understanding the Menstrual Cycle and Physical Activity For many people, the thought of doing sports or enduring physical activities during their period can seem daunting. The menstrual cycle, which on average lasts about 28 days, involves a range of physical and emotional symptoms that can affect everyone differently. The period itself is part of this cycle, marked by the shedding of the uterine lining when pregnancy does not occur, typically lasting between 3 to 7 days. Myths vs. Facts: Can You Exercise During Your Period? There's a common misconception that engaging in sports or strenuous activities during menstruation is harmful...
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