Can Endometriosis and Physical Exercises Get Along Together?

Endometriosis is an abnormal condition of the reproductive sphere that strikes women of different ages. These days the disease has become a problem of many young women. This disturbing tendency is continuing to grow.

No one knows exactly what triggers the endometrial tissue to grow beyond the uterus where it belongs. All of a sudden, it just happens - the endometrial cells start multiplying uncontrollably. There exist several theories about the causes but none of them have received scientific approval yet.

The treatment of endometriosis depends on the number of its hotbeds and the discomfort it brings to a woman. Although the disease gives us more questions than answers it was already proven that it is hormonally dependent. However, in the most difficult cases, it may require surgery to treat it.

Endometriosis and Physical Exercise

As the disease may have a significant effect over a woman’s life activity, many women with this condition are interested in whether it’s compatible with any sort of physical exercise. It gives women pain but being healthy without being active is impossible. 

Earlier it was considered that sports can trigger the disease to develop more hotbeds. Today doctors have reevaluated this statement and decided that a woman with this condition shouldn’t deprive herself of healthy activity. However, there are still some restrictions.

When you have endometriosis, not all sports can be an option for you. It’s also crucial not to get overwhelmed with heavy workouts. The intensity should be medium and comfortable for you.

Train Safely With Endometriosis

The rules below will help you enjoy physical activity without harm to your health regarding your specific condition.

Two months to control

As you have chosen your type of physical activity and workout program, stick to it for two months. If no negative symptoms occur, you can gradually increase the intensity and work on your progress.

Be careful with your abdomen 

The exercises that increase blood flow to your abdominal and pelvic organs are not recommended. There are chances that the increased blood supply will trigger the multiplication of endometriosis hotbeds.

Good vibes only

The exercises that create vibration are also not recommended (for example, jogging). The only vibrations you need are the positive vibes created by your mind. It’s not even a joke - meditation and relaxation techniques will be very good for you. They are known to calm down stress and relieve pain.

The No-No List

There is a list of cases in which you should be very careful. These are:

• You have an endometrioid cyst - exercises increase the risk of its torsion or tear


• Recently you had a surgery related to your endometriosis - you need a certain period of time to recover


• You have side effects from your hormonal therapy and don’t feel well


• You have bleedings

In any of these cases, you shouldn’t start or continue your physical activity without your doctor’s approval. If your doctor totally doesn’t recommend you any of the active sports, don’t get upset. You can take long walks in a comfortable tempo. Buy yourself a fitness tracker and walk no less than 10,000 steps a day. And look forward to getting fully treated and enjoy sports being already healthy.