Can exercise help period cramps?

Regular exercise is linked to less painful periods for many women, and gentle movement such as walking or yoga can ease cramps while they are happening. Heat and rest also help.

Very severe pain, heavy bleeding or pain that has got worse needs a doctor's attention, as it can be a sign of conditions like endometriosis.

General information, not medical advice. If something feels wrong, or you have a health condition, check with your doctor first.

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