With a runny nose and sore throat I was inspired to figure out whether I should attempt to train while having symptoms of a cold yet still feeling I could maintain my daily lifestyle. After a bit of a search I found the following article. I have provided quick answers for those that wish to avoid the long article:
- Don't overdose on vitamin C!
- Once symptoms have surfaced chugging Emergen-C or eating oranges all day won't do the trick.
- Exercise and the common cold
- Are symptoms above the neck?
- EXERCISE! Attempt to start at a reduced level initially and increase the intensity as you see fit
- Are symptoms below the neck?
- REST! Chances are you are running a fever and your body can not handle the stress of training, also having to plunk every 5 minutes at the gym or on a run can get rough (no pun intended).
What does this mean for me? Time to hit the road...
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