24/04/2026
Feeling crampy? Try these 3 mobility exercises:
1️⃣ Cat–Cow 🐱
Reduces spinal stiffness and improves back mobility
2️⃣ Knee Rocks 🪨
Releases lower back tension and improves spinal rotation
3️⃣ Hip Wipers 🚗
Improves hip and pelvic mobility
🔁 Aim for 2 sets of 8 reps
🌿 Move slowly and focus on deep breathing throughout each movement
Exercise rationale:
• Increase blood flow to the pelvis 🌸
• Release endorphins ⚡
• Reduce tension in the back, hips, and abdomen 🧘♀️
• Help calm the nervous system 🧠
⚠️ Most importantly, always listen to your body and only move in a way that feels comfortable for you 💛
Reference:
1. Tsai, I. C., Hsu, C. W., Chang, C. H., Lei, W. T., Tseng, P. T., & Chang, K. V. (2024). Comparative effectiveness of different exercises for reducing pain intensity in primary dysmenorrhea: A systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Sports medicine-open, 10(1), 63.
2. Xiang, Y., Li, Q., Lu, Z., Yu, Z., Ma, G., Liu, S., & Li, Y. (2025). Efficacy and safety of therapeutic exercise for primary dysmenorrhea: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Frontiers in Medicine, 12, 1540557.