Tired + Crampy? Here’s How to Work Out Without Burning Out
Apr 2, 2025
Your body isn’t broken, love—it’s just cycling. And during your luteal phase (that stretch before your period), things naturally slow down. Energy dips, recovery takes longer, and your body might feel a little heavier, a little softer. That’s not weakness—it’s wisdom.
You don’t need to hustle to feel better. You just need movement that meets you where you are.
💫 Workouts That Keep Your Hormones Happy
When your body’s in this quieter, more inward phase, lower-impact movement is like a love letter to your nervous system. Try:
A slow walk or light hike with a good playlist or a voice note from a friend
Yoga or Pilates—anything that lets you move with grace, not grit
A gentle spin on your bike or a few laps in the pool (bonus: water feels extra soothing this time of the month)
These kinds of workouts support your hormones, reduce inflammation, and give you that clear, grounded energy—without the crash.
🧘♀️ Listen to Your Body’s Energy Cues
Not every day will feel the same. Some days, a good stretch will feel like the most luxurious thing. Other days, even putting on your sneakers is enough. That’s okay.
Let go of the “shoulds” and tune into the signals. Are you craving movement or rest? Is your body asking to expand or soften? This kind of intuitive check-in is self-care at its most real.
🌙 Stretch or Sweat? Decide Daily
Instead of forcing a workout, try asking yourself:
“What would feel good in my body right now?”
Maybe it’s a few deep side stretches and some hip circles on your living room floor. Maybe it’s a slow, 30-minute flow that ends with you in child’s pose under a blanket. Maybe it’s a walk to get a matcha and come right back. All of it counts.
This isn’t about skipping movement—it’s about redefining what movement looks like when your body needs a softer kind of strength.
✨ Gentle Moves, Big Benefits
The truth is, this kind of movement still works. It improves your mood, reduces cramps, and helps your hormones find their balance—no bootcamp required.
So go ahead. Ditch the all-or-nothing mindset. Trade pressure for presence. Let movement be your support, not another thing to push through.
Your body knows what she’s doing. All she wants is for you to listen. 💛
