Below are some general guidelines for exercise and sickness...
FEVER
A fever is usually the result of your body fighting an infection. Working out strenuously will further tax your immune system and impede the healing process. If you are running a fever, you get a pass on the workout for the day!
A COLD
Moderate exercise is okay when you have a cold. It may be difficult to breath if you are congested so be sure to not workout as intense as you normally would. Moderate exercise may help increase breathing and may leave you feeling more energetic. Be sure to not contaminate fellow gym goers... wipe equipment with disinfectant and keep your cooties to yourself!
THE FLU
"I left my window open last night and in flew Enza (Influenza)" Ok, maybe the joke isn't as funny as when I tell it in person. If you have the flu, stay home. A fever may soon be part of the ailment. Just as with a fever, give your body time to fight off the infection and allow your immune system to work without further taxing it.
YOUR MUSCLES ARE SORE
"Suck it up Buttercup!" If your muscles are sore because you have worked out the day before, you can still workout today! You can train other muscle groups or train using active rest or a feeder workout. By doing a moderate workout you can draw blood which carries oxygen and nutrients into the muscles to help with the healing process. Working with a Certified Personal Trainer can help you design a program to work your muscles efficiently. If you are genuinely injured however, contact your physician and do not workout until you have received clearance to do so.
DIDN'T SLEEP WELL
Getting out of bed and going through a workout will help wake you up and get you moving! Moderate exercise will help circulate oxygen throughout the muscular and cardiovascular systems allowing you to wake up and be more alert throughout the rest of your day! *The information contained in this blog is not intended to diagnose but intended for general recommendation only. Always refer to your physician in event of illness or injury before beginning any exercise program.