exercising with a cold

A cold is an inflammation of the upper respiratory tract caused by a viral infection. They’re pretty common – most of us experience them from time to time, but what does this mean for our training?
 
I get a lot of questions from clients this time of year around the topic of colds, flu and other illness:
 
“Can I still exercise? Should I take a break? How much? What can I do? How can I get well quicker?”
 
Should you exercise with a cold? Discover guidelines for exercising with a cold, and when to stop exercise and prioritise rest.