Mauler5150 Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I am suffering from the flu and thought I would ask Dr. 12oz whether they think doing exercise is a good idea when you are sick? Do you really think you sweat it out, or does the recuperation of muscles after a workout impede your ability to recover from the flu? Any thoughts or opinions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boost™ Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 swine flu? nah but i heard its good to sweat it out, you prolly just have a major headache from working out, i usually run around a few times... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DopeInMySpleen Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I wouldnt be able to find the energy to work out if I was sick, if you can then fuck it. sweat it out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercer Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Get yourself to a DR. (cherry DR. pepper that is) and slap on a hipster hat, problem solved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheoHuxtable.. Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 They say you need rest during a flu so I would guess that exercise doesn't help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spitfire15 Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Dawg you got that swine flu. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION BEFORE EUROPE DEBAUCHERY. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-walk Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Sweating it out works but not from exorcise because that will weaken you. Sleep with mad amounts of sweat pants and sweat shirts on with a ton of blankets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
423894 Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I usually stay with my work out routine when Im sick. I usually get better faster. But then again it might not work for everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayabusa Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 sweat that shit out if its not tooooo serious ive done it countless times and i always felt better afterwards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpyD Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 I usually stay with my work out routine when Im sick. I usually get better faster. But then again it might not work for everyone yeah, this. If you feel ok enough to work out, then do it. I feel that it helps me not lose as much as if I would have just been laying in bed all day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanfullofretards Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 The rule of thumb is if you have a fever dont work out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRUNKEN-ASSHOLE-ONER Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Sweating it out works but not from exorcise because that will weaken you. Sleep with mad amounts of sweat pants and sweat shirts on with a ton of blankets. That's an old wisetale that can actually kill you. If you have a fever, the last thing you need to be doing is to raise your body temperature even more. And exercising while sick with the flu is just retarded. You need to be sleeping that shit off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abrasivesaint Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 i had an uncle that swore by that shit growing up, i finally figured id give it a shot over this past winter cause i was sick as hell. all it did was aggravate the shit out of me and make me 10x hotter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-walk Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Last cold I had I used that method, not sure if it had any truth to it but I felt better in the morning. Smelled like hell though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skilla54 Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 sauna son... sweating it out helps. youll be more sore then usual. but do what u can. it cant hurt... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mauler5150 Posted May 5, 2009 Author Share Posted May 5, 2009 Well nothing seems to be working and my nose is only more blocked but with flem on my lungs. In other news went to the city today and picked up my Eurotrip tickets finally, so fucking stoked to hold them in my hands knowing it won't be long til I am there. Party on Spitfire, I know that it is good I am getting my yearly dose of the flu now (I actually get my work supplpied flu shot next week) so the only sickness I will experience in Europe will be if I drink too much ahha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R@ndomH3ro Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 you shouldnt work out...flu and sickness dehydrates you. plus your body is busy fighting a illness and exercising is not going to make you feel better and you are not going to get out of it what you are looking to get out of it. rest, drink water, and focus on getting better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weapon X Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 old wisetale .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
defiepilex Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 you must sweat the virus out of your blood. 1.) start with a sauna, and this is important- 2.) LAYER! put on your favorite hoodie. then put your not-so-favorite hoodie on over that. 3.) after a couple of hours in the sauna (until you feel faint & dehydrated, this is the flu attacking your body as you kill it off) take 2 laxatives (to flush the flu demon out of you). 4.) do not drink any water or eat any food, as this is what the blood curdling hell spawn needs to survive. 5.) run at a continuous, full sprint until the laxatives kick in. 6.) slam some Red Bulls then head to the bathroom. 7.) after you've rid your colon of the remnants of the flu, lie in a ice water filled bathtub, until your skin wrinkles....then stay a while longer. this builds up your immune system to keep new strains from developing and re-attacking your feeble body. this is, essentially, what the immunization is and can be easily performed at home without the intervention of medical professionals. hope this helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R@ndomH3ro Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 dont listen to these fuckers, that shit will make it worse the only thing to cure yourself is to let it run its course, drink plenty of fluids, and rest. You cant sweat a virus "out of your blood" that is just stupid. Last time i checked your blood and sweat glands were two different parts of your body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
defiepilex Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 it's science. you can't argue against science... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bahleediddy Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 haha. that was awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRUNKEN-ASSHOLE-ONER Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 you must sweat the virus out of your blood. 1.) start with a sauna, and this is important- 2.) LAYER! put on your favorite hoodie. then put your not-so-favorite hoodie on over that. 3.) after a couple of hours in the sauna (until you feel faint & dehydrated, this is the flu attacking your body as you kill it off) take 2 laxatives (to flush the flu demon out of you). 4.) do not drink any water or eat any food, as this is what the blood curdling hell spawn needs to survive. 5.) run at a continuous, full sprint until the laxatives kick in. 6.) slam some Red Bulls then head to the bathroom. 7.) after you've rid your colon of the remnants of the flu, lie in a ice water filled bathtub, until your skin wrinkles....then stay a while longer. this builds up your immune system to keep new strains from developing and re-attacking your feeble body. this is, essentially, what the immunization is and can be easily performed at home without the intervention of medical professionals. hope this helps! ^Don't do any of this shit this retard just said and you should be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poes Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Yeah you cant sweat out the flu... or AIDS. Depending on how your feeling, very moderate exercise can help boost your metabolism but main thing is rest. and water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRUNKEN-ASSHOLE-ONER Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 it's science. you can't argue against science... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
!@#$% Posted May 5, 2009 Share Posted May 5, 2009 kidneys filter your blood to make urine your sweat glands do not get stuff out of your blood. from Prevention mag website: The rule I like to use is called the "neck check." If your symptoms are all above the neck, like a runny nose or a sore throat, then you're okay to exercise. Of course you should always listen to your body and take the intensity of your workout down a bit if your regular pace feels too strenuous. If you're suffering from congestion or low energy, exercise often helps you feel better. A brisk walk can unclog your sinuses better than an afternoon on the couch. And gentle exercise will rev up your circulation, to counteract that sluggish, rundown feeling. But this is definitely a personal decision. You're the best judge of how you feel and what your body can handle when you're sick. However, if you have any symptoms below the neck, such as body aches, chills, stomach problems or diarrhea, then I advise you to take it easy until you're feeling better. And if you're running a fever, no matter where your symptoms are, put off exercising until your temperature returns to normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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