Do you work out when sick?

[gst528i]

Was just wondering how many of you guys work out when sick? Not a major illness but something as common cold but bring your energy levels to lows. I don't feel like lifting weights but i'm gonna try to push my self to going later on in the evening.

[AnimalGear]

I've heard conflicting opinions on this....some say if you have a little cold, then working out could boost you right back up on the horse, but then my brother (ER doc) says working out while ill will just lower your immune system even more and will increase catabolism

I usually just take the day(s) off while sick and try to get sleep and eat well...and plenty of vitamin c

[Johny-too-small]

My rule of thumb:
Above the shoulders: workout. Below the shoulders: rest. Listen to your body bro.

[shifty_git]

My rule of thumb:
Above the shoulders: workout. Below the shoulders: rest. Listen to your body bro.

Totally agree! even a cold can be sign ya body can't cope with things its going through at that moment in time.

Respect it and rest it.

There's always next week to bulk, but look at maintaining if ya body can handle it and it doesnt make things worse.

[gst528i]

Totally agree! even a cold can be sign ya body can't cope with things its going through at that moment in time.

Respect it and rest it.

There's always next week to bulk, but look at maintaining if ya body can handle it and it doesnt make things worse.

Looking at the body's point of view, you guys make alot of sense. I thought i was pretty healthy with lots of vitamins and food intake. I freaking felt invisible. Guess i'll eat and not do much work. I geuss i'll take this week off. Thanks for the input.

[system admin]

take a week off anyway and you could come back better - esp. if you have not taken a week off in a while.

I always felt that if my body ached... no workout. If it was in my head or sinus... hit it

Bc

[jsinur7]

Looking at the body's point of view, you guys make alot of sense. I thought i was pretty healthy with lots of vitamins and food intake. I freaking felt invisible. Guess i'll eat and not do much work. I geuss i'll take this week off. Thanks for the input.

well if you feel invisible, you should definately bulk more... lol

invincible? just busting your chops...

[Kale]

Just rest and take it easy. I have been in bed with the flu for three days now. I wont be back in the gym for at least a week

[shifty_git]

Just rest and take it easy. I have been in bed with the flu for three days now. I wont be back in the gym for at least a week

Flu kale? sure its not something you caught off one of ya lady-boys??

[gst528i]

Flu kale? sure its not something you caught off one of ya lady-boys??

Good one.

[gst528i]

well if you feel invisible, you should definately bulk more... lol

invincible? just busting your chops...

lol good catch.

[TJM7275]

I always make an effort, but like shift said... if you need to rest... rest. I tried when I had the flu. Went there, did one rep and could barely press the 55lb dumbells. Just listen to your body brother... it knows best

[shifty_git]

I always make an effort, but like shift said... if you need to rest... rest. I tried when I had the flu. Went there, did one rep and could barely press the 55lb dumbells. Just listen to your body brother... it knows best

Well said TJM!

How many times has ya mind been wrong????

It says sleep with that girl.... then ya body gets the bumps n rash's!!!

Body always knows best!

[DSM4Life]

nooooooo

[gst528i]

No what?

[RaWRZ0R!]

i work out when im sick just because im ignorant. i just do a light workout though which is usual 4-5 workouts with 2 sets instead of 3 or 4

[DSM4Life]

No what?

I do not workout when i am sick.

If your car is overheating do you push it even harder ? And if you do what happens ?

If you are sick thats your body telling you to slow down. Wait till you are 100% before you hit the gym again. If anything, use it as an excuse to be lazy. Just lay back drink plenty of water and eat healthy...god i sound like a doctor

[gst528i]

I do not workout when i am sick.

If your car is overheating do you push it even harder ? And if you do what happens ?

If you are sick thats your body telling you to slow down. Wait till you are 100% before you hit the gym again. If anything, use it as an excuse to be lazy. Just lay back drink plenty of water and eat healthy...god i sound like a doctor

Had that problem with ur previous dsm did ya huh? lol

[DSM4Life]

Had that problem with ur previous dsm did ya huh? lol

Intercooler time

[Kale]

Flu kale? sure its not something you caught off one of ya lady-boys??

sigh !!!!

[IronReload04]

Was just wondering how many of you guys work out when sick? Not a major illness but something as common cold but bring your energy levels to lows. I don't feel like lifting weights but i'm gonna try to push my self to going later on in the evening.

if your symtoms are from the head and up (headache, cough, stuffiness etc) go workout it will make you feel good.

if symptons are throat and down. (soar throat, body aches, temp, stomache etc.) stay home.

[audis4]

if i feel i can throw down a good workout, why not?

[Emilio_Rebenga]

if you get sick u shouldnt workout...take the time youre sick and give your muscles a break...besides its good to let your muscles rest for at least a week

[gst528i]

yea i decided on not to go since throat, body and head hurts. I've been looking for an excuse not to go, guess i found it. Sad part is i;m gonna eat like a pig today during barbecue.
Oh happy 4th of july fellas. Hope all ya'll enjoy the day off doing what you like to do.

[200byjune]

i dont workout sick.

[Pac Man]

My rule of thumb:
Above the shoulders: workout. Below the shoulders: rest. Listen to your body bro.

That's an excellent rule of thumb, never thought about it that way.

[wilson9d]

My rule of thumb:
Above the shoulders: workout. Below the shoulders: rest. Listen to your body bro.

never thought of it like that, its how i do it.

[DSM4Life]

Above the head , below the hips who cares. If i am not 100% then i am not working out.