To help you understand the options available to help manage your period when running and training for an event, Claire Nevinson, Superintendent Pharmacist at Boots, shares her top tips, from how to relieve period pain, to when it might be best for you to rest or opt for less intense training sessions.
Claire Nevinson says: “It can be tempting to take time off from exercise at certain points during the menstrual cycle, especially if energy levels are low or you are experiencing period cramps.