Does the thought of working out while on your period make you feel scared. If you’re concerned about how your period will affect your fitness routine, you’re not alone. Decrease PMS symptoms: If you experience fatigue and mood swings in the days leading upto your period and during your cycle, regular aerobic exercise helps alleviate these symptoms.Exercises like relaxation meditation simple walking have had many advantage on the mind and body Tap into your endorphins: Because exercise gives us a natural endorphin high, it can elevate your mood and actually make you feel better. The best painkiller during periods is exercising during this times. Experience more strength and power: One research has found that the first two weeks of your menstrual cycle (day one being the first day of your period) may allow you to experience greater gains in strength and power due to low levels of female hormones. Enhances the mood: Happy hormones are released which helps women feel happy post exercising. Combat painful periods: If you experience painful periods, also called dysmenorrhea, you know all too well how uncomfortable this time of the month can be. The good news is that exercises such as light walking may help you decrease these symptoms. Dr. Anjali Agarwal Physiotherapist and lifestyle consultant