A period can surely bring about many changes in a woman in both her physical and mental state. Experiencing painful menstrual cramps can leave one annoyed and uncomfortable to do anything. In such a state, a light yoga stretch can prove to be beneficial to relieve pain.

Following are some yoga poses to practice during periods and PMS:

Child’s Pose:

This pose targets menstrual pain that is found primarily in the back.

Begin with your knees on the floor. Fold forward, extend your arms, and bend down as far as you can comfortably go. If possible, lean your forehead on the mat in front of you for five slow, diaphragmatic breaths, or breath using your belly rather than your chest. You’re going to want to relax your hips and slowly stretch those lower back muscles.

Cat-Cow Pose:

The cat-cow pose is a two-part pose that targets the pain in the back and abdominal muscles.

Begin with the cow pose. On your hands and knees, check to make sure your hands are aligned under your shoulders. Your knees should be aligned under your hips. Gently stretch your head upwards, gazing towards the sky as you breathe in. At the same time, raise your tailbone towards the sky and drop your belly towards the ground.
Now it is time to move to the cat pose. Breathe normally for a few breaths. Then, after a deep inhalation, breathe out slowly and curl your back. Your head and your tailbone will stretch towards the ground. The gentle arch of your spine will warm your back muscles as well as stretch and tone your abdominals. Exhale on the cat pose and inhale on the cow. Repeat 5 to 20 times to help relieve your pain.

Reclining Twist:

This pose is beneficial for your lower back and lower belly.

Start by lying flat on your back. Bend your left knee, and then lower it to the right side. Look to your left, and reach your arms out wide, your palms flat against the ground. You will want to stay here for five or more breaths. Extend your left leg back to the ground, and repeat the pose with your right leg bending to the right. This pose will relax your back, hips, and shoulders. Repeat 5 to 10 times on each side.

Cobbler Pose:

This pose has a calming effect on the body and helps open the pelvic region.

Let the soles of your feet touch and let the knees drop out. Sit on your perineum and not entirely your buttocks. Open your chest, relax your shoulders and close your eyes, and take 5 breaths. You can practice more restorative and deeper stretch, with a forward fold.

Corpse Pose:

This pose is also called Savasana. By lying flat on your back, rest the palms of your hands facing up. Slowly relax your body, starting with the top of your head, then your neck, your shoulders, your spine, your arms and hands, your thighs, your calves, your ankles, and finally your feet.

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