Does exercise prolong menstruation?

Many people say that strenuous, continuous exercise during menstruation causes heavy bleeding, prolongs the period, and leads to fatigue, is that true? (Ly, 22 years old, Hanoi ).

Reply:

During menstruation, many unpleasant symptoms can occur, such as lower abdominal pain, backaches, bloating, and cramps. As a result, women are reluctant to exercise.

Many people also believe that strenuous exercise causes heavier menstrual bleeding and longer periods. Those with anemia are also hesitant to exercise for fear of exhaustion and fatigue. This belief is completely wrong.

In fact, exercise has no negative impact on overall health if the exercises are suitable for one's condition. Regular exercise helps red blood cells move more efficiently to muscle tissue, increasing oxygen supply to the muscles.

When you exercise, more endorphins are produced, creating positive emotions, improving mood, reducing pain, improving sleep, and boosting the body's metabolism throughout menstruation. Exercise helps reduce cramps and prevent bloating and indigestion.

You should maintain a workout intensity that suits your overall health. Ensure you have enough energy and water during exercise. To avoid leakage from your sanitary pad during exercise, you can use a new pad that is the appropriate thickness and length. Maintain a relaxed state of mind to avoid stress and anxiety.

If you experience any unusual symptoms or excessive fatigue, you should stop exercising and get adequate rest.

Doctor Pham Minh Ngoc
Deputy Director of the Hanoi Center for Sexual Medicine, Hanoi Andrology and Infertility Hospital

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