Tag: Sick day workout

According to a 2020 review in the *Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews*, light to moderate exercise may reduce the severity of upper respiratory tract infection symptoms. So, is it better to keep active when sick? The answer depends entirely on the location and severity of your symptoms.

According to the American Heart Association, exercising with a fever is a definitive 'no.' When your body's temperature is elevated, it's a sign your immune system is actively fighting an infection, and adding the stress of a workout to that process can be counterproductive. Here’s what you need to know about working out with a low-grade fever.