Ok to work out when you're sick?

I was always told by fitness people to work out while sick....that is sweats it out...,,whether that is correct or not I am not sure.....However, that being said, from my own personal experience I always feel better after a workout , even when sick and I never stay sick for long...

Best thing is give it a try...listen to your body...
Good Luck
Feel Better soon!

I think it's okay as long as you are cautious about it. If you start to feel yourself feel like you're having a hard time because you are sick, make sure to stop. Don't try to push through it if you aren;t feeling it.

Keep the tissues handy and do what you can. Also stay aware of if you're feeling "off." If you get light headed--quit. Make sure you drink extra water too. All the congestion is taking water from you and so will the work out. Good luck!

Okay, so I"m not talking about a fever, lying in bed hacking, throwing up stomach virus kind of sick.......I am congested and my throat is sore. I caught my son's cold. But it's not knocking me out completely - I still have some energy. And I think I could work out today. Do you all think this is safe and/or okay? I think my biggest concern is that I will be huffing and puffing and having a harder time breathing during the cardio cuz my nose is congested. What are all your thoughts? Thanks!

Sweating it out is kind of a old wives tale, however, the concept is right. Exercise endorphins are natural painkillers - but they have other effects. Their effect is brought about by activating certain receptors and modifying the transmission of other chemicals that communicate between nerve cells. Endorphins are most commonly released during periods of pain and stress.

In addition to lowering pain, they also have several positive effects on mood and even boost the immune system. This has potential implications in management of precancerous cells and research is going on in this regard. Mood elevating effects are commonly seen after exercise and is the basis of the term 'runners high'. While the extent of endorphins' contribution to this is still a matter of debate among scientists, what is clear is that endorphins are found in higher concentration after bouts of exercise. Typically, half an hour of continuous, moderately intense exercise releases endorphins.

The best result though, when I'm sick, is that they help me sleep better. Sleeping off a cold is the best medicine in my personal experience, get your sweat on and go to bed!

just dont go to the gym,and feel better

I hope you get to feeling better!. I've always heard that if the congestion is from the neck up, go ahead and work out. If it's below the neck, take a break. Rest and lots of water. Hang in there!

What I was going to say.