Can I do yoga during menstruation?

It is not suitable for girls to do strenuous exercise during menstruation, but this does not mean that they cannot exercise. It is still okay to do some simpler exercises. Many girls like to do yoga, but what troubles them is that there are many yoga moves that cannot be done during menstruation. But in fact, there are some simpler yoga moves that girls can do during menstruation. Let me give you some detailed introduction below.

It's okay to do some simple ones! And do it in moderation...Positions that cannot be practiced: All inverted postures (such as plow pose, headstand, shoulder stand, etc.), postures that squeeze the abdomen (such as back stretch pose, single-leg stretch pose), intense postures that require high body endurance (such as wheel pose), etc. Stop immediately if you feel uncomfortable.

You can do some standing or kneeling postures that are gentle on the body (such as yoga mudra, bowing pose, triangle pose, tree pose, cat pose, snake pose, etc.). It is not suitable to do inversions or positions that squeeze the abdomen during menstruation, as this will cause some of the menstrual blood that should have been discharged from the body to remain in the body, affecting menstrual health. Avoid strenuous exercise during menstruation. You can practice some gentle stretching postures to massage your body. After the menstrual period is over, practicing more yoga (including postures such as inversion) can eliminate the symptoms of discomfort during menstruation and is beneficial to the body and mind.

During this period, you can choose to practice or rest, which depends mainly on your personal preference. When continuing to practice, there are some asanas that you should be careful about, such as those related to inversions, abdominal contractions, and energy-boosting exercises, which are best not practiced. Because of physiological problems, this may cause you discomfort. Postures that cannot be practiced: All inverted postures (such as plow pose, headstand, shoulder stand, etc.), postures that squeeze the abdomen (such as back extension pose, single-leg extension pose), intense postures that require great body tolerance (such as wheel pose), etc. Stop immediately if you feel uncomfortable.

You can do some standing or kneeling postures that are gentle on the body (such as yoga mudra, bowing pose, triangle pose, tree pose, cat pose, snake pose, etc.)

In fact, it is beneficial for girls to do some simple exercises during menstruation. The yoga movements introduced by the editor above are suitable for girls to do during menstruation. Of course, they can also be done in daily life. In addition, girls also need to pay attention to dietary issues during menstruation. Cold drinks and spicy foods should not be consumed during menstruation.