Exercise can be a scary word that brings to mind images of huffing and puffing, sweating and sore muscles. But it’s not all about high heart rates.

Endometriosis means many of us experience quite severe pain and therefore feel restricted with movement and exercise. Pain is designed to protect us, but learning to work with your body when in pain can be an empowering tool to help manage symptoms and stay healthy

Yoga meditation

Yoga

Yoga combines physical exercises, meditation and respiratory techniques.

Average cost:Free (home) to $30 (studio)
Waiting time:Medical clearance needed after surgery
Referral needed:No referral needed
Recovery time:None
Treatment time:Even 5 minutes can make a difference
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Exercise bike class at gym

Movement plans

Developing a plan to help you manage your endo symptoms through exercise

Average cost:Free / $90 for an Allied Health Practitioner appointment
Waiting time:No waiting time
Referral needed:No referral required
Recovery time:12-24 hours
Treatment time:10-60 minutes
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Listening on device to pelvic floor exercises through headphones

Pelvic floor muscle relaxation

People with endo can hold tension in their pelvic floor muscles; learn more about letting this tension go.

Average cost:Free
Waiting time:No waiting time
Referral needed:No
Recovery time:None
Treatment time:4-9 minutes per audio file
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Endo treatment with pelvic stretches

Stretches for pelvic pain

Stretches can be a fantastic way to self-manage some of your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

Average cost:Free
Waiting time:No waiting time
Referral needed:No
Recovery time:None
Treatment time:5-10 minutes
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