Physical activity helps to strengthen the immune system to fight various diseases, but to train during illness it is not always possible. Sometimes it’s best just to relax. However, there are cases when light or moderate exercise can really help you feel better. How to understand that you can go for a workout, writes likar.info.
It is possible to train with such symptoms:
– pressure in the sinuses;
– sneezing;
– nasal congestion or a runny nose;
– sore throat;
– ear pain.
If you have the following symptoms, exercise should be abandoned:
fever;
– muscle pain;
– wheezing, cough;
– convulsions;
– vomiting;
– diarrhea.
Please note certain regularity. If the symptoms are above the neck, exercise is likely safe. If the symptoms involve anything below the neck, you should probably think about taking a little break from training.
How to exercise during illness
If you don’t feel much change in the body, practice in a familiar rhythm. Some people improved, if during training they are well sweated.
If you feel that you can’t do your usual exercise, reduce the intensity. For example, replace Jogging walking or work out yoga instead of weight training. The decrease in the intensity of the exercise makes breathing easier during exercise and reduces the load on your immune system. If you find that physical activity worsen your health, stop and rest until you feel better.
Should I go to the gym
As the microbes easily penetrate and spread through the gym, try to find another way to practice. However, if you go to the gym, be careful not to infect other visitors. Wash your hands before you enter the hall, and don’t forget to wipe off any used equipment and use disinfectant for your hands during training to reduce the spread of germs.
In the end what is best for you, only you know yourself. Listen to your body and do what it tells you.
