Can I exercise if I have a cold?

[notafanofsugar]

I've had a cold for a few days and wondered if it is still good to exercise or whether that is bad for recovery?

 

[In Response]

We are all different.
Some people find exercise helps. Others find it doesn't.
Having diabetes should make no difference.

For myself, I exercise but, as illness drains my energy, I don't exercise as intensely.

 

[ElenaP]

I've had a cold for a few days and wondered if it is still good to exercise or whether that is bad for recovery?

I exercise with colds. However, my level of exercise involves gentle 30 minute walks or Tai Chi. I think it is good for fighting colds. Just listen to your body.

 

[Westley]

For a mild cold, or the tail end of one, I do sometimes feel like a bit of exercise to get the heart pumping and a sweat going can help clear it.
Just please don't go to a shared gym with one!