I have looked up and tried some yoga poses that help bring me some period cramp relief. When nothing else helps doing light yoga could possibly help relieve your cramps. Try some of these the next time things get too bad. Don't forget to take care of...
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Targets pain in the back. Start with your knees on the floor, the fold yourself forward and extend your arms as far as they can go. You can lay your head down and take some deep breaths
Adapted Child's Pose
Targets back and abdominal muscles. Go on your hands and knees and put your hands shoulder length apart. Stretch your up while breathing then drop your stomach to a curve. Then star to arch your back and lower your head while breathing out.
Cat/Cow pose
Helps lower back and lower belly. Lie on your back and bend your knee, bringing it to your right side. Look to the left and reach your arms out with palms flat. Take some deep breaths. Then do it with your right leg.
Reclined Spinal Twist
Helps relieve hips. Sit upright, bend your right knee then put your left behind you. Position yourself on all fours. Bring your right knee forward towards your right wrist, and extend your right ankle so it is in line with your left hip. Slowly slide...
Pigeon Pose
Nice ending pose. Helps with cramps overall and relaxation. Lie flat on your back and outstretch your hands with your palms facing up. Relax your body piece by piece starting from your head and ending with your toes.
The Challenge of Corpse Pose (Savasana)
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More information about the poses listed here
5 of the Best Yoga Poses for Menstrual Cramps
Has additional poses and more scientific information
Yoga Exercises and Menstrual Cramps
Shows poses with a video
These 6 Yoga Poses Will Soothe Your Worst Period Cramps and PMS Symptoms
