Is a HANGOVER a good enough reason to ditch the Gym

Lisa_D1989
Lisa_D1989 Posts: 9 Member
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Is a hangover a good enough reason to skip my gym workout today?
I should probably burn off all the calories from last night, but I feel pretty rotten, even after drinking 2L of water and taking ibuprofen for my headache.
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  • Contrarian
    Contrarian Posts: 8,138 Member
    It's your life. You get to decide.
  • Cr01502
    Cr01502 Posts: 3,614 Member
    Go and find out.
  • bronnyd
    bronnyd Posts: 278 Member
    I could never work out hungover. I once went to a hot yoga class hungover and actually thought I was going to die! :laugh:

    I don't get hungover often, but when I do I definitely do NOT go to the gym. No one needs to see me ralph all over the treadmill.
  • nessagrace22
    nessagrace22 Posts: 430 Member
    Depends how bad you want this! Personally I'd say making up for a night of drinking is an even better incentive to workout.
  • RichardSaulWurman
    RichardSaulWurman Posts: 7 Member
    You could go halfway - just show up and dial down the intensity or amount of time you spend.
  • SoViLicious
    SoViLicious Posts: 2,633 Member
    No
  • Crankstr
    Crankstr Posts: 3,958 Member
    No
    :angry:
  • maiaroman18
    maiaroman18 Posts: 460 Member
    I went to a yoga class after I had some drinks in the afternoon... it was rough. But I felt better about myself about going.
  • BondBomb
    BondBomb Posts: 1,781 Member
    Depends on how often you are hungover.
  • Cincypsych
    Cincypsych Posts: 116 Member
    Yes
    Just make sure it doesn't happen consistently.......
  • avababy05
    avababy05 Posts: 930 Member
    I NEED to walk if I've been drinking the night before.

    Always feel better after.
  • skinnytayy
    skinnytayy Posts: 459
    In my opinion, no. But you make your own decisions. Who knows, you might even feel better afterwards. I will say this much though .. I'd take it easy at first. I wouldn't go all high intensity right from the start ... higher risk of puking, more then likely. Lol
  • Jill_newimprovedversion
    Jill_newimprovedversion Posts: 988 Member
    It's your life. You get to decide.

    Best reply I've ever heard. :drinker:
  • timmemin
    timmemin Posts: 72 Member
    Nothing better than sweating out vodka. I used to go to a 9am pilates class religiously on Saturday Mornings in college. My roommates thought I was crazy. Rain or shine, walk of shame necessary, still drunk, I was there. Want to know how I spent my Saturday, in a great mood. Hangovers are never a reason to miss a gym day. In fact, they might be a great reason to go to the gym. :happy:
  • Lisa_D1989
    Lisa_D1989 Posts: 9 Member
    I only drink once in a blue moon, so a hangover is not a regular occurrence for me. BUT I did skip my gym workout yesterday as well because I was just too busy.

    I think I will go with some low intensity cardio to start with, and see how I feel after that.

    :drinker:
  • CakeFit21
    CakeFit21 Posts: 2,521 Member
    There are lots of good reasons to skip the gym.
  • AllonsYtotheTardis
    AllonsYtotheTardis Posts: 16,947 Member
    If you have to ask, you already know the answer.
  • Nicolee_2014
    Nicolee_2014 Posts: 1,572 Member
    Good on you if you decide to do it. I can barely move when I'm hung over. Usually riding the porcelain bus.
  • bregalad5
    bregalad5 Posts: 3,965 Member
    You don't HAVE to go to the gym to get in a workout. If you're not feeling up to it, do something at home. There are lots of videos on YouTube that you can do. That way if you feel too sick you're not out...
  • JenniTheVeggie
    JenniTheVeggie Posts: 2,474 Member
    No. GO.
  • mamacita721
    mamacita721 Posts: 194 Member
    Nope. I do my best work when I am hungover.

    Two aspirins and a bottle of H2O and kick *kitten*!
  • BeachIron
    BeachIron Posts: 6,490 Member
    No, just make sure to bring your own bucket
  • terri_journey
    terri_journey Posts: 287 Member
    No!!
  • Cheval13
    Cheval13 Posts: 350 Member
    Nope... at least not in my book. If you are hydrated and able to function, head to the gym for some light cardio or something. It usually helps the hangover go away (at least for me). If you don't feel hydrated and all nauseous, take it easy.
    Your healthy choices shouldn't get in the way of your life, but should become your lifestyle. Getting totally wasted is not really good for multiple reasons. If you're committed to being healthy, heavy drinking is usually out...
    sorry.
  • Hbazzell
    Hbazzell Posts: 899 Member
    I wouldnt. Itll make ou more dehydrated. Maybe a light walk.
  • Athena53
    Athena53 Posts: 717 Member
    I once went out in freezing weather and ran a couple of miles while hung over. I felt a whole lot better after that. I was in my 20s, though. Probably would not do that again.
  • avababy05
    avababy05 Posts: 930 Member
    Probably would not do that again.

    Get or run hungover?
  • WildcatMom82
    WildcatMom82 Posts: 564 Member
    Depending on the intensity (of the hangover!) I usually feel better after a workout. If it was a big night with lots of shots or something I find those are treated better with sleep :P
  • Athena53
    Athena53 Posts: 717 Member
    Probably would not do that again.

    Get or run hungover?

    I don't really get hung over anymore; I like wine, but not the headaches that come from overdoing it, so I enjoy it in moderation.

    I don't run outdoors in 30-degree weather anymore. Too hard on my lungs.
  • blackcloud13
    blackcloud13 Posts: 654 Member
    I would still go. Loads of water, and perhaps take it a bit easier than normal; but I'd still go

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