Should I work out with a cold?

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  • RECowgill
    RECowgill Posts: 881 Member
    Thank you everyone! I really appreciate all the info and suggestions!

    I have decided I will not go to the gym so that I don't potentially spread any germs. It is dark and cold out when I get home from work so I may not be able to go for a walk/jog but I will try to do something active tonight and get some rest on top of it all.

    Hope you're all having a great week! Feel free to be my friend :)

    Yes good call. Rest up, prioritize your own health. Light activity is ok if you feel up to it IMO. The 3 people who would've caught your cold at the gym are thankful for your decision too. =)
  • asp415
    asp415 Posts: 1,492 Member
    I have had a cold now since Thursday & have been working out daily. Granted I have been taking it easy only doing a stationary bike & walking. I tried running on Sunday & it really took a lot out of me, but I still managed 3 miles. So running has been temporarily crossed off my list until I can breathe again. So yes you can still exercise, just modify it & don’t push as hard as you normally would.
  • ayalowich
    ayalowich Posts: 242 Member
    Recently, I have gotten into a workout routine where I go to the gym after work and jog on the treadmill, stretch, crunches, etc. Today of all days, I really need to exercise because we had A TON of really unhealthy food at my office for a Thanksgiving Pot Luck.

    My issue is that last night I started coming down with a bad cold where I am congested, head hurts, throat is a bit sore, and I'm really tired. I feel like I should get my workout in because I don't want to get off track, especially since I ate badly today. But is it more beneficial to get extra rest? Should I go to the gym anyway and just take it really easy?

    Opinions are appreciated! Thanks!!

    First off, unless you are running outdoors or have a gym in your home, stay away from the gym please. It is unfair to others to have to workout breathing in sick germs.

    If the cold is in your neck or above, you can workout safely and it will probably make you feel better in moderation. If it gets into your chest, then you probably have some kind of infection and really need to just rest and take it easy to recover.

    But seriously, think about someone other than yourself. Or run outdoors away from people

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