Going to the gym when sick

bdams19 · #1 05-09-2007, 09:57 AM

What is your policy with this? I've been feeling [censored] since last friday and skipped 2 workouts so far. It may be allergies but I have a general overall fatigue and I cant breathe well; I'm getting anxious trying to wait it out.

Green Kool Aid · #2 05-09-2007, 10:27 AM

IMO it's good to take periodic breaks every 2-3 months for 4-5 days.

These things will end up coming naturally for me in the form of sickness, trips, etc.

I wouldn't worry about it too much.

When I was running a lot, I think I prolonged a couple illnesses because of refusal to stop running.

kerowo · #3 05-09-2007, 10:27 AM

I'm not a doctor, nor do I play one on TV, however I do watch a lot of Scrubs so take this for what it's worth. I would think you want to use your energy to get better instead of working out so sleep more until your feeling better.

thirddan · #4 05-09-2007, 10:58 AM

yeah, recover first...

Kirstie Alley · #5 05-09-2007, 12:11 PM

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I'm not a doctor, nor do I play one on TV, however I do watch a lot of Scrubs so take this for what it's worth.

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lol

zer0 · #6 05-09-2007, 02:06 PM

not only should you do it for yourself, but out of respect for everyone else at the gym as well. germs spread fast there.

RushnRocket · #7 05-09-2007, 02:46 PM

Most important point...
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not only should you do it for yourself, but out of respect for everyone else at the gym as well. germs spread fast there.

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Also while your sick you significantly increase your chance of injury...and then your really gona miss working out. Just chill out, take your vitamins, and eat healthier.

Thremp · #8 05-09-2007, 02:52 PM

Umm.... Physical activity increases your recovery. Not like killing yourself, but going in and doing a low intensity/low volume workout would probably be a good idea if you don't have a horrid chest cold or something.

RushnRocket · #9 05-09-2007, 02:58 PM

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Umm.... Physical activity increases your recovery. Not like killing yourself, but going in and doing a low intensity/low volume workout would probably be a good idea if you don't have a horrid chest cold or something.

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Your right, but I think all that stuff he can do at home. In fact, I don't think he needs to do any weights for what you described. Do sretching, pushups, pull-ups, sit-ups, etc.
Also, OP stated he has trouble breathing...im sure he knows how important proper breathing is during any workout.

kyleb · #10 05-09-2007, 05:00 PM

Some light cardio might actually be beneficial for you. Maybe some warmup weight lifting and a 20 minute elliptical program.