April 23, 2020

Many of us have more time to exercise more these past few weeks. Some of us have read about how exercise improves immune system function

Being fit boosts our immune systems. The exercise that is overly strenuous might actually have a negative effect on your immunity.
Here's a short rundown:

What Helps Your Immunity:

Regular moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, such as walking, running or cycling is recommended, with the aim of achieving 150 minutes per week.
Washing your hands often before and after exercise
Shorten or skip workouts if you feel unwell
Good nutrition and sleep to repair and recharge your cells after exercise

What Doesn't Help or Reduces Immunity:

Periods of intensified training and competition.
For 48-72 hours after a high-intensity exercise session immune function is compromised.
Intense exercise can lead to sleep disruption which increases infection risk.
Over-training, especially with weight training, causes muscle cell damage and a lower immune response to an infection.

To find out their recommendations, check out the articles below:
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/04/180420122807.htm
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/04/well/move/exercise-immunity-infection-coronavirus.html?referringSource=articleShare
https://www.acsm.org/blog-detail/acsm-blog/2020/03/30/exercise-immunity-covid-19-pandemic
https://theconversation.com/regular-exercise-has-long-term-benefits-for-immunity-its-important-to-stay-active-135836

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