Have you ever wondered whether running on your period is a good idea or not? Does it make you question whether your great run or really crap one could be directly related to your menstrual cycle?
If you’re wondering what the answer to that is, then YES you should run on your period. We now have more evidence of what happens inside our bodies during the different phases of our cycle, and your periods may actually help improve performance.
So first, let’s set aside that you can’t perform well on your period. In fact, you might be at your peak the day you start or shortly there after.
Case in point, Paula Radcliffe set her first marathon world record on her period.
I recommend runners keep a journal to see how their periods are affecting them, because at the end of the day, it will vary from one person to another, but understanding the different phases of your cycle and tips on how to run on your period that be priceless for any female runner.
So if that sounds like something you’re interested in, keep reading this article to learn exactly what the different phases of your periods are, how they affect you, and my top tips as a running coach for running on your period.
What is a Menstrual Cycle?
Your periods start on the first day of your menstrual cycle. And as the name…
