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Guidelines on exercise while sick

kris472
kris472 Posts: 61 Member
edited November 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
So, I'm a teacher and tend to catch whatever the latest illness is that is running through my classroom. It usually isn't too bad, a head cold or something. I don't want this to effect the progress I am making. I have been really focused and before joining MFP I lost 10 lbs. Now I am motivated to keep going, but what do you do if you are sick? Obviously, if I can't get out of bed or am having gastrointestinal problems (to put it nicely), going to the gym is out. What about head colds? Right now I have a dry cough which sometimes makes heavy cardio difficult. I don't want to skip a workout, but I also don't want to prolong whatever it is I have. Any tips?

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  • peddler931
    peddler931 Posts: 1
    The rule of thumb I have heard, and it works for me, is: if the cold is above the neck, it is OK to exercise in moderation. I wouldn't do intervals or long distance that would tax the immune system.
  • rileysowner
    rileysowner Posts: 8,360 Member
    As stated, generally if the symptoms are above the neck, you are good to go for exercise. If they are below the neck, rest.
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