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Working out while having a head cold, good idea?

suzywantsitall
suzywantsitall Posts: 85 Member
edited January 18 in Fitness and Exercise
Got stuffy head and slight raw throat and a pocket full of tissues, but otherwise feel good. Should I exercise today or put it off?

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  • sugboog29
    sugboog29 Posts: 630 Member
    My opinion...if you feel up to it, give it a try. Only you and your body will know if it works for you. Good luck!
  • JenMc14
    JenMc14 Posts: 2,389 Member
    I agree with sugboog. If you think you'll be ok, give it a shot. But, don't feel bad if you have to stop early or go lighter. Just listen to your body and see how you feel.
  • KassLamb
    KassLamb Posts: 98 Member
    I'm going to be of zero help and give you conflicting info.

    My SO says that working out with a cold actually makes him feel better. I say he's crazy. He says it helps clear things up and energizes him. I would think that doing anything that makes it harder to breathe while I'm already having difficulty breathing is insane.

    I suppose it depends on whether you're more like my SO or more like me.
  • Chickcass
    Chickcass Posts: 32 Member
    I had an awful cold with sore throat a few weeks ago but I still went to the gym and swimming. It did feel harder to work out but I felt good for exercising.

    Just listen to your body and don't overdo things if you do decide to exercise.
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