Exercising when sick

jmwhite2040
jmwhite2040 Posts: 4
in Fitness and Exercise
I have had a really nasty head cold with lots of coughing and sneezing for the past couple of days. My voice is really hoarse which makes my throat sore. I really like to start exercising again today but not sure how much for I do not want to make my cold even worse. Any suggestions?

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  • wifewith2boys
    wifewith2boys Posts: 34
    I have had the same thing. I ended up having influenza a. Been taking it easy till I get some energy back. Hope you feel better soon!
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,910 Member
    Rest. Exercise actually compromises your immune system temporarily.

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  • CyberEd312
    CyberEd312 Posts: 3,536 Member
    I have had a Upper Respiratory Infection going on 3 weeks, been on Dr. Antibiotics for the past 2 weeks but still hitting the YMCA everyday... I actually feel better after my workouts.... Still coughing and whatnot but not letting this cold keep me down.... Just carry a bag of Halls with me..... lol
  • skateboardstef
    skateboardstef Posts: 164 Member
    I had a really bad cold last month that lasted a week. It's just better to stay home and rest. Plus, I didn't want to go to the gym and get everyone else sick.

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