Question: What If I Have My Period on Race Day?
I'm running a marathon in a few weeks and I think I'm going to have my period. Help! What can I do?
Answer: Many women fear that they'll have their period for a big race, like a marathon. The good news is that it will have limited impact on your performance. In fact, women have run well and even set records during all phases of the menstrual cycle. You may find that running can actually improve your mood and alleviate physical symptoms before and during your period. Just make sure you carry an extra tampon on your long runs during that time of the month. Yes, tampons are highly recommended over pads for comfort and to avoid chafing.
