Most people will have experienced migraine pain at some point in their lives. It is a common head pain that affects millions of people and for which there is no known cure. Over the counter medicine like paracetamol and ibuprofen are often prescribed to treat pain, but these can have side effects leading to more headaches and causing other health problems such as ulcers. Health professionals are discovering a natural treatment like controlled exercises in personal training. Yarraville certified professionals can work with your doctor as well to create a fitness plan for managing your pain.

Although the exact cause of a migraine is not fully understood, it may be set off by known triggers such as:

• Stress
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Certain foods like cheese and chocolate
  • Caffeine
  • Sensitivity to light, sound and smells
  • Hunger

Knowing your triggers is one way to avoid an attack or reducing its severity.

Studies that focus on the health benefits of exercise also show how moderate aerobic activity is linked to reduced frequency, intensity and duration of migraine pain. Vigorous exercise, however, can induce a migraine episode, which is why it is best to have a customized exercise routine mapped out for you in a personal training Yarraville program.

Benefits of personal training for migraine

Natural pain relief: A recent study showed that an exercise program followed three times a week for three months produced less head pain and reduced the intensities of migraine attacks. During exercise, your body releases brain chemicals called endorphins which act as the body's natural pain killers to help it deal with pain. Your personal trainer can devise an exercise routine combining moderate aerobic exercises, taking care to avoid vigorous movements which can trigger head pain.

Stress management: Exercise techniques combining gentle stretching and proper breathing are known to reduce stress which often triggers migraine. These methods relax the body and can also treat insomnia. Short exercises are enough to produce relaxation but consistency is also important.

Nutritional counseling: What you eat and how often you eat can also help manage your head pain because some foods are known migraine triggers and hunger can also lead to a headache. Your personal training Yarraville program can include a meal plan consisting of small but regular meals with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, calcium and magnesium rich foods and fish. You will be advised as well to avoid processed foods, cheese and wine.