I have a cold. A mild cold. No stuffiness, small aches and pains and a sore throat. The question I am now faced with is, "Should I go for my run tonight?" Today is supposed to be the second day of my C25K Challenge and I really want to go, but I don't want to over do it. Do you work out when you are sick? I did some research on line and this is what I found.
Working out while sick
Looks like you can if you have a mild cold. Cardio is best but take it easy. Do not work out if you are fevered or nauseous. Since I have a mild cold, I am still going to go tonight. I will take it easy.
After my run on Monday I did not do any stretching. Oops! I guess you are supposed to stretch after every run or exercise. The research I did said you should stretch these areas after a run: calf, hamstring, quadriceps, and lower back. If you go to Stretching Exercises you should be able to find the info on how to do these safely. I will be doing these tonight after my run and will see if I feel any different.
My daughter's first round of dance classes was last night and while there I was checking the other classes and the Beg. Adult Hip Hop class that I signed up for was cancelled! Shoot! So I did the adventurous thing and signed up for the advanced. Yikes! I spoke with the instructor and she said it should be fine. I won't be the only beginner there so that's good. I will let you all know how that goes. Tomorrow is also WI day at WW. I am feeling good about it! Till next time!
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