London, (Europe Brief News), If there’s one thing people living with migraine want you to know, it’s that migraine attacks are anything but just a bad headache.
In addition to the stereotypical head pain, migraine symptoms can manifest as nausea or vomiting, sensitivity to noise and light, vision changes, and so much more.
People with migraine are often unable to work or function normally during an attack, meaning that even those who are able to remain physically present may be absent in other ways.
It can be debilitating, but exercise may help limit their frequency and intensity. Here are some points to consider.
The class: yoga and tai chi
Ali says slow movements, meditation and relaxation have significant beneficial effects on people who suffer from migraines. That includes activities such as yoga and tai chi.
The move: chin tuck
Neck stiffness and postural issues can be a driver for migraines, says Ali. He suggests the chin tuck, or cervical retraction, exercise to strengthen neck muscles and improve mobility.
The activity: walking, jogging, running and cycling
Aerobic exercises such as walking, jogging, running and cycling might help mitigate it.
The hard pass: high-intensity interval training
Ali warns against HIIT workouts, which alternate short bursts of intense cardio exercise with rest or lower-intensity exercise. “Very high-intensity exercise is discouraged if it triggers your migraine,” he says.
