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Does anyone run during their period?

34 replies

rootsandwings89 · 16/05/2023 21:24

I'm on week 3 of couch to 5K, I've surprised myself how well I'm doing but worried when I get my period in a few days I'll have to stop and loose motivation to start again.

Does anyone still go for a jog when they have their period?

Is it a big No-No or is it fine and not a big deal?

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DucksNewburyport · 16/05/2023 21:31

No problem here either.

Nothingbuttheglory · 16/05/2023 21:31

Oh, and the rage. It helps with the rage too.

LazyLeopard · 16/05/2023 21:31

Yes, sometimes the days before my legs feel a bit heavier, but actually it helps ease my (hideous vomiting) symptoms!

well done for your progress so far! X

Nothingbuttheglory · 16/05/2023 21:31

Yes. Second-best cramp-reliever there is. I also think it helps with water retention.

cicerodays · 16/05/2023 21:31

I got my half marathon PB on day 1 of a period. I find it much easier to run during a period than in the run up to it when I feel sluggish and yuk.

DumboLives · 16/05/2023 21:30

Yes, absolutely fine. I tend to dial it back a bit for distance & times as energy levels dip but still give it a whirl.

Gardenerboo · 16/05/2023 21:30

Yes. Totally fine here too.

Tinybrother · 16/05/2023 21:30

Yes, it really helps relieve cramps for me

Hereforthearticles · 16/05/2023 21:28

Yes- totally fine, and it might help with some of the cramps. Be prepared to go slowly and enjoy it.