Center for Young Women's Health

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How long is my menstrual cycle?

How do I count the days of my menstrual cycle? Do I start counting the day I start bleeding or when I finish? Your cycle begins on the first day […]

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Should I eat before I exercise?

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If you haven’t eaten for several hours, you should have a snack and water before you start working out. Try something with carbohydrates such as a granola bar, fruit, peanut […]

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What should I do if I feel too tired to exercise?

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Try to exercise even if you feel tired. Listening to music can help motivate you! When you exercise, you usually sleep better at night and will have more energy later. […]

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How do I fit exercise into my busy schedule?

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Here are some ideas to start with: Plan a fitness routine. Schedule exercise on your calendar. Find a buddy to exercise with. Start slowly. Begin with 15 minutes and work […]

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I haven’t had my period in 4 months and I’m not sexually active. What’s up with that?

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There can be different reasons why a teen doesn’t get her period. The most common reasons are weight change (especially weight loss), bulimia (vomiting to control weight), over exercising, stress, […]

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