(originally published in The Telegraph Magazine 29th March 2008)
FITNESS Studies show that women who exercise regularly report less cramping, bloating and breast tenderness during PMS than sedentary women. Moderate aerobic activity for 30-60 minutes is best, improving circulation and increasing endorphins. If you su!er from painful cramps, then higher intensity bouts could help relieve the symptoms. Some reports show that exercising in the second half of your cycle (when oestrogen and progesterone are higher) burns more fat and feels easier than at other times.