It is really nice to have our period acknowledged and a practice to help honor/soothe the process. I've started scheduling off work for the first two days of mine, and it has made such a difference. Allowing myself to actually rest while menstruating is a blessing. It's important!!! Not everyone understands but I think many in this community get it. Namaste Adrienne!
During the supported child's pose, with extra fluffy pillows, I started crying because it means so much to have someone so caring help us through such an uncomfortable time. A particularly nasty cramp woke me up an hour ago. It's now 5 AM, because I took an extra 15 minutes to this practice and I feel wonderful now. Thank you so much Adriene!
I love you comment so much. I also woke up at 5 from terrible cramps and this video made me smile for so much and relieve so much pain. I do glad it brought you joy too!
I'm on my period.. and I'm watching this on the train to university, just to calm me down due to your soothing voice. Almost started crying because I'm so thankful that there is such a caring person out there! Thanks
30 minutes ago I was crying and screaming and now nothing!! Oh my god I honestly didn't think that will work but I just want to give a try because the pain was unbelievable and I couldn't go to the hospital, from the beginning i was so much comfortable and the pain start to fade away!! Thank you so so much!! I think I'm gonna start doing yoga more!!💖💖
Love the fact that Adrienne is so casually dressed being the Queen of Yoga on TH-cam.. instead of wearing flashy workout gear ! Love her down to earth manner n coming up with amazing sequences ! 👏 👏 👏
Thank you, Adriene! I suffer from Endometriosis and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and it makes my cramps nearly debilitating! I could barely walk this morning, but after this sequence, I feel great and I'm ready to begin cleaning my house and making today count! Thank you so much for this yummy sequence. I will definitely be repeating this sequence tonight!!
So, I have endometriosis. This morning, I was writhing in bed and sobbing and shouting because my cramps hurt so bad. I had to walk around almost completely bent over because standing up hurt too much. This video is the ONLY thing that gives me any sense of relief when I'm to that point. The cramps don't go away completely, but I'm able to walk with a straight back and sit with a manageable amount of pain. I usually have 2 to 3 days where I am completely bed bound during my period, where I can barely function, but doing this a couple times a day helps me be able to move around and focus on something that isn't the cramps. Thank you so, so, so much for this! No other yoga for periods has ever helped the way this does.
Not a fan myself, woman and ladies is not a dirty word that needs to be censored. Especially at our time of the month. It's important to still say women, women get periods, we get ovarian cancer, we give birth and breastfeed. These are women's issues. When we become afraid to say it, what world are we in (1984?).
@@Emmareads15 the problem is not that "women" is a dirty word, it's that not all people who get periods are women, and also that not all women get periods. everything you're saying is absolutely true, it's just important to note that these bodily functions do not exclusively happen to women (or even to ALL women) :)
I was throwing things (soft things, granted) and muttering curse words under my breath this morning. Found this accidently and you are my new favorite human. Not only is your routine relaxing, you made me chuckle so many times in just the first 15 minutes that my mood changed dramatically. Will be coming back here every month and probably much more often. Thank you for such an enjoyable video
Adriene I can't thank you enough for sharing your beautiful teaching style with all of us around the world. Here I am in Perth Western Australia, with bad cramps on my birthday. I was feeling blue but now I've given myself a bit of self love, following your gentle, relaxing yoga for cramps video, I'm ready to move forward with my day in peace (rather than in pain). Thank you Adriene. You are a true inspiration. Namaste.
I'm actually doing this for cramps caused by an IBS attack and it is amazing. I'm also super anxious and panicky and this was just what I needed. I've been pacing and crying all day and I finally feel settled. Adriene, you are truly magical!
Shoutout to any nb peeps, trans guys, and everyone doing yoga to this video! She mentions femininity a couple times here, so if that doesn't necessarily apply to you, I wanted to reassure you that you are welcome here, no matter how you identify, no questions asked 💕
This practice is so incredibly beautiful. I went from feeling discomfort, pain, an inability to sleep to feeling supported, loved, and at ease. I went from feeling annoyed and frustrated to feeling immense gratitude. Thank you, Adriene, for always coming through for us. Sending love back to you and to everyone who is turning to this video for support right now. ❤️
I followed Adriene to do the yoga sequences for one month, and I just found this month I am not suffering from cramps or back pain during my cycle, this is awesome! I will keep doing this!
after every single yoga practice within last three months I say aloud: "thank you, Adriene". You changed my life and my approach to treating myself. Thank you today again, Adriene!
I'm convinced this yoga sequence is magic. Went from a terrible headache and cramps to barely feeling the headache and practically falling asleep at the end. So peaceful! Thank you!
Today is my periods and I felt cramps in my legs..I did these yoga poses and I felt my leg streched and the cramps were gone and I felt relaxed..You are fantastic Adrienne..thank you for helping us ladies during these times..
I remember the first time I tried this sequence I cried my eyes out because of the pain I felt in each movement. I didn’t find instant pain relief; however, month by month of practicing, I felt may overall period pain reduced. I even didn’t find the need to take any medications or pain killers, this workout is my therapy. So, even if this sequence did not relieve your pain immediately, it well sure do over time. Thanks Adriene!
Chronically ill girlies, you ever just have one of those days? I got out of bed at 11pm to do this practice and I don’t regret it one bit. I absolutely needed it. I’m back in bed now, very emotional because of the pain I’m experiencing but also because of the care and comfort Adriene provides. This video is such a safe space for me, I come back to it a lot when I’m feeling this way. Thank you so much Adriene, you’re a wonderful light in this dark world🤍
Thank you so much Adrienne and all the women who have done this loving yoga sequence together. It really helped to ease my pain and get my energy flow gowing. Namaste everyone :)
Adriene, I've followed you for years, probably since you started posting your videos on TH-cam, I just wanted to send my HUGE thanks to you. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world. You're videos have helped me enourmously for so many reasons. I sign up to classes locally, but I always come back to you. I recommend you to all my friends, and I always say, you'll wish Adriene was one of your friends after you've spent some time with her on TH-cam. Well I feel like you ARE my friend and I love you very much. THANK YOU Adriene, you are a star!!
Thank you very much! I had killing cramps waking up this morning and this sequence works wonders. :-) Just the fact of calming your mind and connecting to the body makes a huge difference. I'm favouriting this, it´s a great tool! Thanks again! Namaste.
Sandrine Noël Agreed! How many times have I let my mind and emotions spiral out of control! When I finally slow down and connect to my body - then I smile and laugh and get back to lovin.
thank you for this video. it works wonders. I just finished a sequence on the floor of my apartment, with candles, incenses and a cup of tea. the pain already feels so much better. a year ago, I did this same video, on the floor of my parents' living room, a stressed out highschooler with too much on her mind. so, today I celebrate my journey with this awesome video! thanks!
I've been following you for about 6 years now. I'm so happy to see your channel grow and your light shine. Today especially you saved me. You always know what to say. Thank you for being so conscious and thoughtful. I appreciate everything about your practice. Even your humor is sweet and authentic. The world needs more people like you and I'm just grateful we can all have access to you. Blessings in abundance and continued success!
not gonna lie my cramps were so bad this morning that i was caught somewhere between laughing and crying; so glad i clicked on this video because i also struggle with accepting my femininity around this time of month. i especially loved the bit where you specified that the sensuality in the poses are just for us women and not for anybody else!! it made me feel a lot more empowered during what is usually a very withdrawn, painful, and self-conscious week. lots of women, myself included, feel ashamed and dirty during their periods so i want to say thank you so much for helping us embrace this and get through it!
I. Feel. No. Pain. Yes yes yes yes. I did something similar last month and it worked. I thought for sure it wouldn't this time bc my cramps were (WERE....thank God not any more) murdering me slowly. If this whole yoga, stretch and breath thing will work for me....ohhhh it will work for you. I'm so glad I didn't bother driving to get Advil. I'm kinda mad (in a really mellow chilled out way 😎) that I ever took pain pills to begin with! They should include these exercises, minus the too adult stuff, into the curriculum when they teach girls about their period in grade school. This was🍫🍬🍭.
I fell asleep at the end hahah! so relaxing. Glad that I can continue my practices even during my period, because I usually go into "coma" for a week until it's over. Thank you Adriene! xx
I get awful mood swings before my period, its been a problem for years and has really affected my life. Ever since I've been following your videos (paticularly this one) they've significantly reduced. Thank you so much. Happy yoga sunshine rays sent your way Adrienne
Amaaaazing. I was following the practices in the calendar, but today I couldn't do it because I was in pain. I did this instead and I'm grateful. Thanks!!!! Namaste!!!! ¡¡¡¡Gracias!!!!
This practice made me feel so much better after a stressful and exhausting day of enduring my first day of my cycle. This has brought me back to earth and I’m so grateful for doing this before going to bed. I am at peace.
I love practicing this flow. Not only did it help my pms, but it also helped me let out of some frustration and sadness I was holding in my heart. A few tears flowed as my body felt the fluidity and sacredness of my own femininity in this practice. Very restorative. Thank you so much for sharing.
it's the day before my period and i'm flinging bad energy around onto everyone. i cried so much during this session, for the first time in a long time having empathy with myself and being calm in my own presence. so grateful for this - i am now in a space kinder to myself so also kinder to others.
This video has saved me from unbearable cramps one too many months! I can't thank you enough, I don't get cramps that often but when I do they're terrible. This video taught me not to let the pain rule me. Thanks for taking care of us females ! Xx
I was always hesitant to do yoga during this time of the month, let alone do backbends. But today was the day I just had to try. I came to your channel because a lot of your other videos have done wonderful things for me - and what can I say, *especially* the backbends were a revelation for me, opening up like this has been easing the pain so much. Thank you Adriene, for being so generous and sharing so many helpful videos!
Thank you, Adriene. My hormones have thrown me off balance this month. When I started this video, I was feeling super emotional and stressed after a crying sesssion, but after I finished this video I was calm again. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world and showing us how to look after ourselves.
i mean, you even said that you don't understand sex transition, so why do you have to be so rude? let people live their lives. it literally costs $0 to be tolerant and not an ass!
@@jlex1049 to tolerate and to accept are two different things and I am very aware of that. I'm just saying that just because you don't understand something doesn't allow you to be so rude. Just because you think trans men (men who were born in female bodies, just to be clear) are not real men, whatever that means, doesn't mean you can just write hurtful words. Ignorance isn't an excuse for being a dick so I encourage you to educate yourself before you talk about subject you don't understand, be respectful or just shut the hell up.
By the time the video was done my cramps were gone, my body and soul feels calmer and super relaxed. You truly are a life saver for women we are so lucky to have you. Thank you Adriene
I have struggled with ovarian cysts and painful periods due to the cysts popping. I couldn't help but cry after this video because it helped SO much. It just means so much that someone as well known as you would put together a video to help me. This felt so personal and beautiful. Sending vibes of gratitude and love.
in my 21 years, i've never felt this pampered during my period. thank you adriene for this video, i'm falling in love with yoga more and more and finding myself excited every single day to just hop into the mat and do it with you. feeling very thankful and grateful to you
I came to this video desperate and close to tears because of the pain and my frustration that I have to endure this every month and there is hardly anything I can do about it - and I feel so much better now. The cramps are less painful, I am more relaxed, I am able to accept the pain and let it pass. Thank you so much, Adriene. You are a blessing.
I've done this video so many times, and yet everytime it amazes me how much this works, both physically and mentally. Your videos mean so much to me, you changed my life. Everytime I feel lost, I can always count on my breath and Yoga with Adriene being there for me. Thank you so much! Namaste!
Thank you Adriene. The cramps are gone. You are magic. I'm also so proud that I seem to have finally made it a habit to do yoga with Adriene as soon as I wake up. Thank you
Thank you for this great practice, loved the forward fold on the pillows! Could you do a video for a morning yoga to do during periods, when you feel a bit weak and nauseous waking up but still want some gentle movement to get the energy going? Is there already one you would suggest?
I can't thank you enough for being so caring towards all your viewers! You're fun personality always makes my day. This video is a part of my monthly routine, and it truly improves not only my pain but mood. Even though this is just a video, you project such kindness to everyone. Every person can benefit from your videos! Best wishes!❤️
Not sure why it took me so long to find this routine!! I love it, it feels awesome to pamper myself specially on days like this one ..... Thank you as usual, you rock!!
I first used this video over a year ago, and the most helpful yoga pose I've ever learned is at 26:15 - that supta bada konasana with something under your low back. So much relief - I've used it for cramps, after walking all day in a theme park, doing yard work, etc. It's worth its weight in gold!
I did this practice instead of "pushing through the pain" of doing another workout. This is so gentle and sweet. I feel so much better after doing this and it was a good reminder to be kind to myself. Thank you Adriene!
I do your videos almost every day. I was so desperate and I couldn't remember if you did one for cramps or not but PRAISE JESUS you did -- thank you!!! My husband will be forever grateful for this video :) I am in a much better mood!
Thank you Adriene, I've just been doing this on my bed to ease my cramps, as it's nearly 1am and I can't find any pain relief! Definitely has helped and hopefully I can snooze soon!
This practice always saves me when I have cramps 🩷 I have tried others Adriene did over the years, but nothing tops this one! It's so comforting and supporting, and it never fails to make me feel good for not skipping practice, but taking care of my body's needs at the same time. Thank you!
Thank you so much Adrienne. I love your videos, it's so relaxing to hear your calming voice and I can leave my eyes shut most of the time. And I find it refreshing that you are so natural, stay as you are.
Came into this sequence today feeling scared and frustrated and in pain. Ended thinking of all I am grateful for, feeling the best physical and emotional release and my cramps are about 90% better. Adriene is the best. 💕
I have 0 will to move out of that last position rn... Didn't want the practice to end! It does feel really good, I'll definitely come back here whenever I have that kind of bad day. Thank you Adriene for making us feel a lil better 💜
Almost fell asleep during this because i felt so much more comfortable. Even with taking medicine, i can still experience discomfort. Hope to see a part 2 one day. :D
I smiled and happy cried during this one. When you were talking about being a child and building a den for comfort it really hit me that even though I'm stressed a lot I'm still a child at heart and I'm proud I am. Thank you so much Adriene x
thank you. just. thank you. I am so relieved I am crying. it's 4 am and I've been awake all night in misery searching for a remedy and thus worked wonders. not all poses but the hands and knees one worked really well.
I have been on a journey to find what feels good since 2014. In the process I came across this video which has become a staple for cramp relief. What amazes me each time is that this flow allows me to release anything weighing me down emotionally. I want to thank you Adrienne for the love, guidance and support you've given us through your pratice. Your kind heart and beautiful spirit heal so many people. I sincerely wish that this year is as good to you as you have been to me and countless others over the years.
This was the most amazing practice. My favourite by far. The pose where you are supported on your back and all sides is the most wonderful feeling! Thank you! I will being this every month without a doubt !
Adrienne is really passionate of what she's doing. I love the positive energy within you. Thank you so much for sharing all your yoga journey...... and for telling us to find what feels good for us. Thank you!
Thank you for this video! This not only helped me feel better physically, I just felt so much more positive and like myself again. Thanks for helping me find meaningfulness in my PMS!
I had a terrible cramps and lay down all afternoon without feeling a bit better, and I think of your video for PMS and completed it with your guide. I felt wonderful afterwards because of your comforting words and all the movements. Thank you so much, Adriene!!! I survive without medicine because of you.
currently doing the 30 days of yoga, but didn't feel any cramp relief in day 16. Knew Adriene wouldn't let me down though. Thanks for helping relieve the pain and making me laugh.
Adrienne ive been practicing with you since 2020 and i cant thank you enough for all the changes youve brought in my life, thank you for being such a great teacher... thank you thank you. Thank youu!!❤
Got my break on 30 days practice. But I so much didn't wanna skip yoga cause it makes me feel better and I am so happy that I've found that you have special practice for such days! ❤️
You are a real life saver Adriene! I look forward to our yoga sessions every day. 🤗😍 Before meeting you, I had very little information about yoga, but now it means a lot to me thanks to you. 💕
Thank you so much for this video ! My cramps are so bad sometimes I have to stay home. This morning, I was considering soaking in a hot bath and then go back to sleep because I was doubled over in pain. I decided to follow your video instead and I feel amazing ! I put some Tarragon essential oil on my belly before the practice because it also helps with cramps (it's not as effective than pain killers but it's much healthier !), and I feel like combining both was just the best idea I've had this week ^^ I love your videos, thank you so much again !
I think this is the first time I take the time to take care of myself during my first day of period (or any other period day) and I can assure you I've never felt more self-love. Thank you so much for this practice, Adriene.
Thank you. This helped. I've been having bad PMS for over s week now, plus about to make a major life change and move across the globe. Yoga is my savior. Namaste. ❤️🙏
This feels sooo good! I'm in heaven every time I do this. I have done this yoga session already 3 times this week. From now on, this is my go-to yoga during PMS and menstruation.
uuuuh, loved this! Very calming and relaxing. I had to pause and do some Forward Folding, Half Way Lifting, Downward Dog and Warrior poses because I felt that I needed it and I must say: I found what feels good, yay! Sometimes when I do Yoga I notice a tingling sensation on the soles of my feet and it is amazing. I always think to myself: Yeah, Yoga works! Thank you for this calming video and for inspiring me to find what feels good and experiencing new moments with my body! Lots of love all the way from Germany to you, Adriene! xxx and now I am going to eat a chocolate muffin cause those feel good, too, haha!
Love this video. Thanks so much! Also, FYI for all y'all... you can do this whole practice with you favorite fluffy blanket still wrapped around you. Cat cow under my favorite blanket made me so happy.
I feel like my experience won't be original but during my practice, I started to feel a lump in my throat, which I think now I always have when I'm PMS but I'm not aware of, because I'm so focused on this unbearable pain in my stomach that I can't be aware of anything else. Then I bursted in tears, realizing how much stressed I was - stressed to feel the monthly pain again - And you know, they tell us it's normal to feel the pain until you haven't give birth, but hey, my body continues to tell me that pain is not normal. Well, at some point, this session gave me the feeling that someone was listening to my pain, and caring, and helping - which is new. Anyway, I'm doing Yoga for almost a year now, and it's the first time I cry during my practice, so I finally understand the emotional part in Yoga.
Oh my gosh. I can't tell you how much this video just helped me. Today was one of the most up and down days for me. I am go grateful that I got to come home, let down my hair, relax and find myself again. Even if it meant letting a few tears out. You are such an inspiration Adriene. "find what feels good" :) thank you!
Someone give this woman a Nobel peace prize
Bianca C I agree 200 percent 👌👌
💯 she is amazing
Well said! This video alone has saved my life about 30 times.
Preach!
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It is really nice to have our period acknowledged and a practice to help honor/soothe the process. I've started scheduling off work for the first two days of mine, and it has made such a difference. Allowing myself to actually rest while menstruating is a blessing. It's important!!! Not everyone understands but I think many in this community get it. Namaste Adrienne!
During the supported child's pose, with extra fluffy pillows, I started crying because it means so much to have someone so caring help us through such an uncomfortable time. A particularly nasty cramp woke me up an hour ago. It's now 5 AM, because I took an extra 15 minutes to this practice and I feel wonderful now. Thank you so much Adriene!
same...amazing
I love you comment so much. I also woke up at 5 from terrible cramps and this video made me smile for so much and relieve so much pain. I do glad it brought you joy too!
u save me again (tear)...Thx ;)
I also woke up at 5 am x2
Yes me too. I cried this is the first time I did this video.Amazing!
I started crying during this because Adriene is so sweet... It really is that time of the month.
I was crying before and I wasn't even sad! Oh, periods...
oh my gosh me too
Katie, me too. Thank you Adrienne for the tenderness, I really needed this
Me too
I cried about three times. Pretty much whenever she mentioned “support,” a few tears leaked out. Still have some pain but I feel so relieved.
This video should be taught in health class in school!! Everyone should know them!
I'm on my period.. and I'm watching this on the train to university, just to calm me down due to your soothing voice. Almost started crying because I'm so thankful that there is such a caring person out there! Thanks
I honestly think we need a whole series dedicated to the menstrual cycle!
I think she does offer 🧘♀️ for all stages now in her newer series.. on the fwfg app
30 minutes ago I was crying and screaming and now nothing!!
Oh my god I honestly didn't think that will work but I just want to give a try because the pain was unbelievable and I couldn't go to the hospital, from the beginning i was so much comfortable and the pain start to fade away!!
Thank you so so much!!
I think I'm gonna start doing yoga more!!💖💖
Love the fact that Adrienne is so casually dressed being the Queen of Yoga on TH-cam.. instead of wearing flashy workout gear ! Love her down to earth manner n coming up with amazing sequences ! 👏 👏 👏
Thank you, Adriene! I suffer from Endometriosis and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and it makes my cramps nearly debilitating! I could barely walk this morning, but after this sequence, I feel great and I'm ready to begin cleaning my house and making today count! Thank you so much for this yummy sequence. I will definitely be repeating this sequence tonight!!
Rainey Daze good to know it works. I also suffer from PCOS and endometriosis and I was looking for something to help. :)
Same here! Did this routine after reading ur comment
That’s how I am, too! Best way for my endo to be tolerable: Lots of CBD and this sequence daily.
I’m 16 and I suffer the same
Coming here with lot of pain coz of pcos. Your comment gives me hope. Thank you
So, I have endometriosis. This morning, I was writhing in bed and sobbing and shouting because my cramps hurt so bad. I had to walk around almost completely bent over because standing up hurt too much. This video is the ONLY thing that gives me any sense of relief when I'm to that point. The cramps don't go away completely, but I'm able to walk with a straight back and sit with a manageable amount of pain. I usually have 2 to 3 days where I am completely bed bound during my period, where I can barely function, but doing this a couple times a day helps me be able to move around and focus on something that isn't the cramps. Thank you so, so, so much for this! No other yoga for periods has ever helped the way this does.
I'm literally doing this EVERY MONTH
Alba Cabré Coll same!!!!!
You are a life saver thank you!
I didn’t think I will find a sequence for menstruation. Thanks
I know Adriene has an updated “PMS” video to be more inclusive, but glad she kept this one up, I love it! 💗
Same! I did this video every month and it is just dear to my heart.
Not a fan myself, woman and ladies is not a dirty word that needs to be censored. Especially at our time of the month. It's important to still say women, women get periods, we get ovarian cancer, we give birth and breastfeed. These are women's issues.
When we become afraid to say it, what world are we in (1984?).
@@Emmareads15 the problem is not that "women" is a dirty word, it's that not all people who get periods are women, and also that not all women get periods. everything you're saying is absolutely true, it's just important to note that these bodily functions do not exclusively happen to women (or even to ALL women) :)
@@waitahotsecond No, everyone who gets a period is a woman. It's very simple.
@@Emmareads15 unfortunately i disagree, but you're entitled to that opinion
So crazy to see Adriene’s growth over the last eight years, and yet she’s still the same wonderful person bringing so much kindness to the world ♥️♥️
I was throwing things (soft things, granted) and muttering curse words under my breath this morning. Found this accidently and you are my new favorite human. Not only is your routine relaxing, you made me chuckle so many times in just the first 15 minutes that my mood changed dramatically. Will be coming back here every month and probably much more often. Thank you for such an enjoyable video
my missis was in tears this morning she was in so much pain now shes happy and pain free!! thank you so much!!
George Noble awe
Adriene I can't thank you enough for sharing your beautiful teaching style with all of us around the world. Here I am in Perth Western Australia, with bad cramps on my birthday. I was feeling blue but now I've given myself a bit of self love, following your gentle, relaxing yoga for cramps video, I'm ready to move forward with my day in peace (rather than in pain). Thank you Adriene. You are a true inspiration. Namaste.
Amanda McLennan me too. i got my period on my birthday. real sucks. thank goodness for this video
I'm actually doing this for cramps caused by an IBS attack and it is amazing. I'm also super anxious and panicky and this was just what I needed. I've been pacing and crying all day and I finally feel settled. Adriene, you are truly magical!
Shoutout to any nb peeps, trans guys, and everyone doing yoga to this video! She mentions femininity a couple times here, so if that doesn't necessarily apply to you, I wanted to reassure you that you are welcome here, no matter how you identify, no questions asked 💕
yes 💕 thank you this was my very first thought watching this vid!!!
This practice is so incredibly beautiful. I went from feeling discomfort, pain, an inability to sleep to feeling supported, loved, and at ease. I went from feeling annoyed and frustrated to feeling immense gratitude. Thank you, Adriene, for always coming through for us. Sending love back to you and to everyone who is turning to this video for support right now. ❤️
I followed Adriene to do the yoga sequences for one month, and I just found this month I am not suffering from cramps or back pain during my cycle, this is awesome! I will keep doing this!
after every single yoga practice within last three months I say aloud: "thank you, Adriene". You changed my life and my approach to treating myself. Thank you today again, Adriene!
I'm convinced this yoga sequence is magic. Went from a terrible headache and cramps to barely feeling the headache and practically falling asleep at the end. So peaceful! Thank you!
Today is my periods and I felt cramps in my legs..I did these yoga poses and I felt my leg streched and the cramps were gone and I felt relaxed..You are fantastic Adrienne..thank you for helping us ladies during these times..
This sequence felt like a hug. Thank you!
I remember the first time I tried this sequence I cried my eyes out because of the pain I felt in each movement. I didn’t find instant pain relief; however, month by month of practicing, I felt may overall period pain reduced. I even didn’t find the need to take any medications or pain killers, this workout is my therapy.
So, even if this sequence did not relieve your pain immediately, it well sure do over time.
Thanks Adriene!
Chronically ill girlies, you ever just have one of those days? I got out of bed at 11pm to do this practice and I don’t regret it one bit. I absolutely needed it. I’m back in bed now, very emotional because of the pain I’m experiencing but also because of the care and comfort Adriene provides. This video is such a safe space for me, I come back to it a lot when I’m feeling this way. Thank you so much Adriene, you’re a wonderful light in this dark world🤍
Thank you so much Adrienne and all the women who have done this loving yoga sequence together. It really helped to ease my pain and get my energy flow gowing. Namaste everyone :)
Adriene, I've followed you for years, probably since you started posting your videos on TH-cam, I just wanted to send my HUGE thanks to you. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world. You're videos have helped me enourmously for so many reasons. I sign up to classes locally, but I always come back to you. I recommend you to all my friends, and I always say, you'll wish Adriene was one of your friends after you've spent some time with her on TH-cam. Well I feel like you ARE my friend and I love you very much. THANK YOU Adriene, you are a star!!
Thank you very much! I had killing cramps waking up this morning and this sequence works wonders. :-) Just the fact of calming your mind and connecting to the body makes a huge difference. I'm favouriting this, it´s a great tool! Thanks again! Namaste.
Sandrine Noël Agreed! How many times have I let my mind and emotions spiral out of control! When I finally slow down and connect to my body - then I smile and laugh and get back to lovin.
Sandrine Noël m
Thank you Adriene for your super loving and gentle approach! I'd love a series dedicated to the whole menstrual cycle too!
thank you for this video. it works wonders. I just finished a sequence on the floor of my apartment, with candles, incenses and a cup of tea. the pain already feels so much better. a year ago, I did this same video, on the floor of my parents' living room, a stressed out highschooler with too much on her mind. so, today I celebrate my journey with this awesome video! thanks!
I've been following you for about 6 years now. I'm so happy to see your channel grow and your light shine. Today especially you saved me. You always know what to say. Thank you for being so conscious and thoughtful. I appreciate everything about your practice. Even your humor is sweet and authentic. The world needs more people like you and I'm just grateful we can all have access to you. Blessings in abundance and continued success!
not gonna lie my cramps were so bad this morning that i was caught somewhere between laughing and crying; so glad i clicked on this video because i also struggle with accepting my femininity around this time of month. i especially loved the bit where you specified that the sensuality in the poses are just for us women and not for anybody else!! it made me feel a lot more empowered during what is usually a very withdrawn, painful, and self-conscious week. lots of women, myself included, feel ashamed and dirty during their periods so i want to say thank you so much for helping us embrace this and get through it!
I. Feel. No. Pain. Yes yes yes yes. I did something similar last month and it worked. I thought for sure it wouldn't this time bc my cramps were (WERE....thank God not any more) murdering me slowly. If this whole yoga, stretch and breath thing will work for me....ohhhh it will work for you. I'm so glad I didn't bother driving to get Advil. I'm kinda mad (in a really mellow chilled out way 😎) that I ever took pain pills to begin with! They should include these exercises, minus the too adult stuff, into the curriculum when they teach girls about their period in grade school. This was🍫🍬🍭.
I fell asleep at the end hahah! so relaxing. Glad that I can continue my practices even during my period, because I usually go into "coma" for a week until it's over. Thank you Adriene! xx
I get awful mood swings before my period, its been a problem for years and has really affected my life. Ever since I've been following your videos (paticularly this one) they've significantly reduced. Thank you so much. Happy yoga sunshine rays sent your way Adrienne
Amaaaazing. I was following the practices in the calendar, but today I couldn't do it because I was in pain. I did this instead and I'm grateful. Thanks!!!! Namaste!!!! ¡¡¡¡Gracias!!!!
I’ve been using this practice for years, sometimes I don’t make the time for it but this month I did and I’m so glad. Thank you for this gift!
every month, since 2014. 😂 ❤️
This practice made me feel so much better after a stressful and exhausting day of enduring my first day of my cycle. This has brought me back to earth and I’m so grateful for doing this before going to bed. I am at peace.
I love practicing this flow. Not only did it help my pms, but it also helped me let out of some frustration and sadness I was holding in my heart. A few tears flowed as my body felt the fluidity and sacredness of my own femininity in this practice. Very restorative. Thank you so much for sharing.
it's the day before my period and i'm flinging bad energy around onto everyone. i cried so much during this session, for the first time in a long time having empathy with myself and being calm in my own presence. so grateful for this - i am now in a space kinder to myself so also kinder to others.
Though I still am in pain this felt VERY good. I felt save like a child being nurtured.
This video has saved me from unbearable cramps one too many months! I can't thank you enough, I don't get cramps that often but when I do they're terrible. This video taught me not to let the pain rule me. Thanks for taking care of us females ! Xx
I was always hesitant to do yoga during this time of the month, let alone do backbends. But today was the day I just had to try. I came to your channel because a lot of your other videos have done wonderful things for me - and what can I say, *especially* the backbends were a revelation for me, opening up like this has been easing the pain so much. Thank you Adriene, for being so generous and sharing so many helpful videos!
Thank you, Adriene. My hormones have thrown me off balance this month. When I started this video, I was feeling super emotional and stressed after a crying sesssion, but after I finished this video I was calm again. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world and showing us how to look after ourselves.
FYI, your sequence also works well for transguys who experience cramps and pms. Thank you!
@@jlex1049 female to male trans people who still have uteruses. Maybe have a think before replying to a comment...
i mean, you even said that you don't understand sex transition, so why do you have to be so rude? let people live their lives. it literally costs $0 to be tolerant and not an ass!
Madam, An opinion doesn't control others. I tolerate, but I don't have to accept. Just as you don't have to accept my comment. The coin has two sides.
@@jlex1049 to tolerate and to accept are two different things and I am very aware of that. I'm just saying that just because you don't understand something doesn't allow you to be so rude. Just because you think trans men (men who were born in female bodies, just to be clear) are not real men, whatever that means, doesn't mean you can just write hurtful words. Ignorance isn't an excuse for being a dick so I encourage you to educate yourself before you talk about subject you don't understand, be respectful or just shut the hell up.
Adrienne's yoga is a place for support and not hate.
By the time the video was done my cramps were gone, my body and soul feels calmer and super relaxed. You truly are a life saver for women we are so lucky to have you. Thank you Adriene
I keep coming back to this video every month but this time I had it something bad and this video gave me so much relief. thank you so much Adriene.
I have struggled with ovarian cysts and painful periods due to the cysts popping. I couldn't help but cry after this video because it helped SO much. It just means so much that someone as well known as you would put together a video to help me. This felt so personal and beautiful. Sending vibes of gratitude and love.
in my 21 years, i've never felt this pampered during my period. thank you adriene for this video, i'm falling in love with yoga more and more and finding myself excited every single day to just hop into the mat and do it with you. feeling very thankful and grateful to you
I came to this video desperate and close to tears because of the pain and my frustration that I have to endure this every month and there is hardly anything I can do about it - and I feel so much better now. The cramps are less painful, I am more relaxed, I am able to accept the pain and let it pass.
Thank you so much, Adriene. You are a blessing.
I've done this video so many times, and yet everytime it amazes me how much this works, both physically and mentally. Your videos mean so much to me, you changed my life. Everytime I feel lost, I can always count on my breath and Yoga with Adriene being there for me. Thank you so much! Namaste!
Thank you Adriene. The cramps are gone. You are magic. I'm also so proud that I seem to have finally made it a habit to do yoga with Adriene as soon as I wake up. Thank you
Thank you for this great practice, loved the forward fold on the pillows! Could you do a video for a morning yoga to do during periods, when you feel a bit weak and nauseous waking up but still want some gentle movement to get the energy going? Is there already one you would suggest?
Evelina Russo I want the same thing.
I want one too, please!
Ooh, yes please!
I can't thank you enough for being so caring towards all your viewers! You're fun personality always makes my day. This video is a part of my monthly routine, and it truly improves not only my pain but mood. Even though this is just a video, you project such kindness to everyone. Every person can benefit from your videos! Best wishes!❤️
Not sure why it took me so long to find this routine!! I love it, it feels awesome to pamper myself specially on days like this one ..... Thank you as usual, you rock!!
I first used this video over a year ago, and the most helpful yoga pose I've ever learned is at 26:15 - that supta bada konasana with something under your low back. So much relief - I've used it for cramps, after walking all day in a theme park, doing yard work, etc. It's worth its weight in gold!
I love this video so much. I am almost crying.
I did this practice instead of "pushing through the pain" of doing another workout. This is so gentle and sweet. I feel so much better after doing this and it was a good reminder to be kind to myself. Thank you Adriene!
I was a little skeptical but I can walk now! This helped me so much, now I can actually make it through my day at work 🙏🙏🙏
I do your videos almost every day. I was so desperate and I couldn't remember if you did one for cramps or not but PRAISE JESUS you did -- thank you!!! My husband will be forever grateful for this video :) I am in a much better mood!
Thank you Adriene, I've just been doing this on my bed to ease my cramps, as it's nearly 1am and I can't find any pain relief! Definitely has helped and hopefully I can snooze soon!
This practice always saves me when I have cramps 🩷 I have tried others Adriene did over the years, but nothing tops this one! It's so comforting and supporting, and it never fails to make me feel good for not skipping practice, but taking care of my body's needs at the same time. Thank you!
Thank you so much Adrienne. I love your videos, it's so relaxing to hear your calming voice and I can leave my eyes shut most of the time. And I find it refreshing that you are so natural, stay as you are.
Came into this sequence today feeling scared and frustrated and in pain. Ended thinking of all I am grateful for, feeling the best physical and emotional release and my cramps are about 90% better. Adriene is the best. 💕
My cramps were healed for these 30 some minutes 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
I have 0 will to move out of that last position rn... Didn't want the practice to end! It does feel really good, I'll definitely come back here whenever I have that kind of bad day. Thank you Adriene for making us feel a lil better 💜
Thank Adrienne for making this video
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Thanks, Adriene!! My neighbor and I get together every Monday night and follow one of your practices. We love your sense of humor--keep these coming!
Bless you and bless this video. Wonderful.
And bless you back!
This is the first yoga I've done and even though I probably done it all wrong I think it helped my cramps! Also her voice is super relaxing and soft.
Almost fell asleep during this because i felt so much more comfortable. Even with taking medicine, i can still experience discomfort. Hope to see a part 2 one day. :D
I smiled and happy cried during this one. When you were talking about being a child and building a den for comfort it really hit me that even though I'm stressed a lot I'm still a child at heart and I'm proud I am. Thank you so much Adriene x
thank you. just. thank you. I am so relieved I am crying. it's 4 am and I've been awake all night in misery searching for a remedy and thus worked wonders. not all poses but the hands and knees one worked really well.
This made me appreciate being a woman so much, just to get to do this practice!
I have been on a journey to find what feels good since 2014. In the process I came across this video which has become a staple for cramp relief. What amazes me each time is that this flow allows me to release anything weighing me down emotionally. I want to thank you Adrienne for the love, guidance and support you've given us through your pratice. Your kind heart and beautiful spirit heal so many people. I sincerely wish that this year is as good to you as you have been to me and countless others over the years.
Someone give this woman a Nobel peace prize
its informative
This was the most amazing practice. My favourite by far. The pose where you are supported on your back and all sides is the most wonderful feeling! Thank you! I will being this every month without a doubt !
Adrienne is really passionate of what she's doing. I love the positive energy within you. Thank you so much for sharing all your yoga journey...... and for telling us to find what feels good for us. Thank you!
Thank you for this video! This not only helped me feel better physically, I just felt so much more positive and like myself again. Thanks for helping me find meaningfulness in my PMS!
I had a terrible cramps and lay down all afternoon without feeling a bit better, and I think of your video for PMS and completed it with your guide. I felt wonderful afterwards because of your comforting words and all the movements. Thank you so much, Adriene!!! I survive without medicine because of you.
currently doing the 30 days of yoga, but didn't feel any cramp relief in day 16. Knew Adriene wouldn't let me down though. Thanks for helping relieve the pain and making me laugh.
Adrienne ive been practicing with you since 2020 and i cant thank you enough for all the changes youve brought in my life, thank you for being such a great teacher... thank you thank you. Thank youu!!❤
Got my break on 30 days practice. But I so much didn't wanna skip yoga cause it makes me feel better and I am so happy that I've found that you have special practice for such days! ❤️
You are a real life saver Adriene! I look forward to our yoga sessions every day. 🤗😍 Before meeting you, I had very little information about yoga, but now it means a lot to me thanks to you. 💕
Thank you so much for this video ! My cramps are so bad sometimes I have to stay home. This morning, I was considering soaking in a hot bath and then go back to sleep because I was doubled over in pain. I decided to follow your video instead and I feel amazing ! I put some Tarragon essential oil on my belly before the practice because it also helps with cramps (it's not as effective than pain killers but it's much healthier !), and I feel like combining both was just the best idea I've had this week ^^ I love your videos, thank you so much again !
Shakira Little I go to my local organic grocery store ^^'
Shakira Little
Sorry, I'm not useful ^^'
I think this is the first time I take the time to take care of myself during my first day of period (or any other period day) and I can assure you I've never felt more self-love. Thank you so much for this practice, Adriene.
This is the best yoga sequence I have ever done. :)
Thank you. This helped. I've been having bad PMS for over s week now, plus about to make a major life change and move across the globe. Yoga is my savior. Namaste. ❤️🙏
This made me feel so much better. Thank you!
Mhmmm! You are so welcome. I am so glad. We gotta take care of each other!
This feels sooo good! I'm in heaven every time I do this. I have done this yoga session already 3 times this week. From now on, this is my go-to yoga during PMS and menstruation.
uuuuh, loved this! Very calming and relaxing. I had to pause and do some Forward Folding, Half Way Lifting, Downward Dog and Warrior poses because I felt that I needed it and I must say: I found what feels good, yay!
Sometimes when I do Yoga I notice a tingling sensation on the soles of my feet and it is amazing. I always think to myself: Yeah, Yoga works! Thank you for this calming video and for inspiring me to find what feels good and experiencing new moments with my body! Lots of love all the way from Germany to you, Adriene! xxx
and now I am going to eat a chocolate muffin cause those feel good, too, haha!
Love this video. Thanks so much! Also, FYI for all y'all... you can do this whole practice with you favorite fluffy blanket still wrapped around you. Cat cow under my favorite blanket made me so happy.
I feel like my experience won't be original but during my practice, I started to feel a lump in my throat, which I think now I always have when I'm PMS but I'm not aware of, because I'm so focused on this unbearable pain in my stomach that I can't be aware of anything else. Then I bursted in tears, realizing how much stressed I was - stressed to feel the monthly pain again -
And you know, they tell us it's normal to feel the pain until you haven't give birth, but hey, my body continues to tell me that pain is not normal.
Well, at some point, this session gave me the feeling that someone was listening to my pain, and caring, and helping - which is new.
Anyway, I'm doing Yoga for almost a year now, and it's the first time I cry during my practice, so I finally understand the emotional part in Yoga.
Oh my gosh. I can't tell you how much this video just helped me. Today was one of the most up and down days for me. I am go grateful that I got to come home, let down my hair, relax and find myself again. Even if it meant letting a few tears out. You are such an inspiration Adriene. "find what feels good" :) thank you!
Over 5 years later, my uterus thanks you ♥️
It feels so amazing, not just doing the yoga but also knowing that someone is out there caring for us. Your voice calm mind.