What exercises can improve uterine fibroids?

Moderate exercise can have a positive impact on uterine fibroids by regulating hormone levels, promoting blood circulation and improving immune function. Suitable exercises include 1) yoga, 2) moderate to low intensity aerobic exercise such as brisk walking and swimming, and 3) stretching training for the core area. These exercises are helpful in improving the symptoms of uterine fibroids and maintaining overall health, but they should be combined with one's own situation and avoid excessive exercise.

1. Yoga

Yoga, as a form of aerobic and static exercise, can help alleviate the impact of female hormone fluctuations on uterine fibroids. Deep breathing can regulate endocrine function, while enhancing body flexibility and promoting blood circulation around the uterus. Some specific yoga postures such as "bound angle pose" or "cat-cow pose" can relieve waist and abdominal pain caused by uterine fibroids and help soothe the body and mind. However, when doing yoga, you should avoid movements that put strong pressure on the abdomen, such as handstand poses.

2. Moderate to low intensity aerobic exercise

Brisk walking and swimming are very suitable low- to medium-intensity exercises for patients with uterine fibroids. Brisk walking can promote metabolic balance in the body and reduce the risk of excessive estrogen secretion by increasing heart rate and enhancing the activity of the circulatory system, thereby slowing down the growth rate of uterine fibroids. Swimming can comprehensively improve muscle strength and relieve muscle tension through whole-body coordinated exercise. It is recommended to do it 3-5 times a week, about 30 minutes each time, mainly for comfort.

3. Core stretching

Core stretching is an important exercise for training deep muscles and pelvic floor support. For example, the "bridge" exercise in Pilates can gently train the pelvic area, improve support capabilities, and enhance the overall stability of women's muscles, thereby reducing waist and back compression or muscle fatigue caused by uterine fibroids. However, it must be completed under the guidance of a professional coach to avoid physical discomfort caused by excessive stretching.

Kind tips

Although exercise can improve uterine fibroids to a certain extent, it is not the only or fundamental treatment. If accompanied by severe pain, irregular menstruation or obvious compression symptoms, you should consult a doctor in time. Exercise combined with reasonable diet adjustment and regular treatment (such as drug therapy or surgical intervention) can achieve better improvement results. Patients with uterine fibroids need to do what they can, choose a suitable exercise method, adhere to regular exercise, and avoid the negative effects of excessive intensity.