Not much happening physically for me today as I am into Day 3 of being knocked down with the flu.

What a great way to start my long weekend off…

I won’t be doing any workouts today as I am using any energy I have to keep up with my baby daughter.

Especially now that is she is WALKING!

A question I get a lot regarding workouts and being sick is “should I workout when I am sick?”

The basic rule I like to go by is if the symptoms are from the neck up like with a head cold, a light workout might actually do you some good.

But if the symptoms are below the neck, (which I have right now, body, aches, fever, congestion, fatigue etc) it’s best to rest up until you are feeling better.

As there is no real cure for the common cold,  the best advice is preventing getting sick in the first place.

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Here are some tips to keep your immune system strong and healthy.

Wash your hands frequently- and keep your hands away from your eyes and mouth. Cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow to avoid contaminating your hands which is your direct line of contact. The flu virus is easily picked up by physical contact from handshakes, doorknobs, etc.

Get adequate sleep- studies show sleep deprivation plays havoc on your immune system. If you’re a busy dad like me who works shift work including nightshifts, you need your proper rest. Keep your room as dark as possible and use ear plugs to drown out any noise that may wake you.

Avoid crash diets- drastically reducing your daily caloric intake robs your body of the nutrients it need for optimal metabolic functions. Dropping your calories too low is a surefire way to lose lean muscle mass and slow down your metabolism.

Increase Vitamin C & E intake- these powerful antioxidants work synergistically to boost your immune system. Eat lots of fruits and veggies. Chicken soup really do have proven benefits!

Don’t overtrain- working out too long, too often suppresses immune function. In the hours following an intense workout your immune system is lowered making this the most susceptible time to catch the flu bug. Wash up directly after your workout and get in a nutrient rich meal to refuel your body.

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