Dealing with a runny nose, sore throat, or nagging cough? It's a common question: Is it okay to exercise when you have a cold?
If your symptoms are above the neck—like a stuffy nose, sore throat, or earache—and you don't have a fever, light exercise is usually fine. Listen to your body and keep the intensity low to avoid overdoing it.
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With issues below the neck, such as a deep cough, shortness of breath, muscle aches in your arms or legs, or fever, hold off on workouts. Wait until you're fever-free for at least 24 hours so your body can prioritize recovery over exercise.
