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2torial #0752:
Learn2 Cope with Menstrual Cramps
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 Exercise the pain away
Exercise is internal massage, and getting your
muscles moving will ease the concentration of pain
that you'll feel. It'll also take your mind off the
discomfort, and you get to do something productive
for yourself. Moving might be unappealing at first,
but you'll feel much better after you've already
set your body into motion, especially after the
cramps lighten.
- Choose your exercise. Swimming is
highly recommended because the water cushions
feeling and water resistance is a great form of
exercise. Running and fast walking are other
good exercises, especially if your cramps extend
to your legs. Above all, do whatever feels
comfortable, and don't push yourself. A walk
around your neighborhood could be just the
thing, but if you're tired and it becomes
difficult, you don't have to go all fourteen
blocks. If you work all day and don't have time
for walks until evening when it's too late, walk
a little during or after lunch around your
building or outside it. Avoid sitting too long
at your desk (if you have one) and find tasks
that allow you to move around.
- Avoid staying home in bed. Lazing
around will intensify your discomfort by
allowing your body to relax all other activity
and let the pain shout out loudly. You may also
start to feel like you are inhibited by the
cramps, which should be avoided because this is
a monthly occurrence that must be dealt with.
Cramping is a natural side effect of being a
female, so don't let it control your life.
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