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Can barely stand because of menstrual cramps but the internet says exercise helps? I tested it so you don't have to. This real-talk episode documents my decision to work out during severe period pain…and what actually happened when I did.

I'm recording this on my way to the gym while literally struggling with debilitating cramps. The research says cardio and yoga can help with menstrual pain by improving blood circulation, but does it actually work? In this raw, vulnerable episode, I share the before and after, and how I felt heading to class versus how I felt after completing my workout.

You'll hear honest discussion about modifying workouts during your cycle, using lighter weights when needed, why movement might help relieve period symptoms, and the real truth about whether working out while cramping is worth it. This isn't medical  ... 

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