What are the dangers of running during menstruation?

Running is a very good aerobic exercise, and regular running is very good for our health. Another important function of running is that it can help you lose weight. So many women have the habit of running. However, we know that the menstrual period is a very special period and problems are likely to occur. Many women worry that insisting on running at this time will affect their health. So, what are the dangers of running during menstruation? Let’s take a look below.

You can jog during your menstrual period, but you should avoid strenuous exercise.

Usually you can run. If your body can handle it, there's no problem with running. Of course, if you are really feeling unwell, such as some girls with dysmenorrhea who have trouble even standing, you should not force yourself. The right thing to do is to have a good rest.

Most of the time, women can do exercises including running during menstruation, but they must choose the appropriate exercise method and intensity. Low-intensity exercises such as yoga and Tai Chi are acceptable. Although running is not the best form of exercise during menstruation, jogging within a reasonable time frame is still possible.

However, estrogen and progesterone levels are very low during this period, so strenuous exercises such as sprinting, sprinting, and long-term running are not suitable during menstruation.

What are the dangers of running during menstruation?

During menstruation, women's estrogen and progesterone levels are very low, so they should not do strenuous exercise, run too fast, or exercise too much, as this will inhibit the function of the hypothalamus and cause endocrine dysfunction, thereby interfering with the formation and cycle of menstruation, causing menstrual disorders, heavy menstrual bleeding and other hazards. In addition, long-term overload exercise can also lead to uterine prolapse and even ovarian rupture.

Is running good for weight loss during menstruation?

Running during menstruation can help you lose weight.

Some people say that it is not suitable to engage in activities such as running during menstruation, but in fact, menstruation is a natural law of hormone secretion. Although many women will be affected by the secretion of progesterone and estrogen during this period, and experience symptoms such as dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, and irritability, not every woman will experience these symptoms. Therefore, whether you can run during menstruation depends on your personal physical condition.

You should choose the right time to run during your period. Don't run on an empty stomach or when you are over-full. The best time to run is 2 to 3 hours after a meal. If you have the habit of running in the morning, it is best to drink some energy-replenishing drinks or eat a banana half an hour before running.

During menstruation, you should not run too fast, especially on the 2nd to 4th day of menstruation, when too much menstrual blood flows out, and it is not suitable to do strenuous exercise, so as not to cause menstrual cycle disorders, prolonged menstruation, increased menstrual blood volume, and even aggravated dysmenorrhea.