Do periods get lighter when working out?
Do periods get lighter when working out? Change in Your Flow Don't be alarmed if you notice that your periods become a bit lighter once you start a regular exercise routine. The same hormonal changes that can stop your periods altogether can exert a weaker effect on your body and lead to a lighter flow. How many extra calories do you burn on your period? Typically, no. While experts largely agree that resting metabolic rates fluctuate during the menstrual cycle, the change is negligible. Given this minimal difference, most women will not burn many more calories than usual. Do calories...