Can working out make you sick?

[Anonymous]

I just got done doing a 45 minute session on the treadmill and after I was done I right away got a cough. When you work out can it make you sick?

[dragongirl8711]

if you started coughing right after you got off the treadmill that probably means that you had some type of build up in your lungs. It's nothing to be worried about, it's actually good for you. The running is breaking up the crap in your lungs and you might even start coughing it up. Whenever I feel sick or congested I usually go running or so some kind of cardio because it helps to break up all the stuff in your system. Running also helps clear up your sinuses :)

[candlewax]

So do steam baths. Running is the LAST thing you should do when sick. If your body is trying to fight something off, going out and exercising is the last thing you should do.

[dragongirl8711]

working out for me has always worked. I've noticed that the times where I go work out I'm only sick for a few days but if I lay around the house and let it takes it's course I stay sick for a few weeks.

[candlewax]

Okay, well since you're the expert.

[dragongirl8711]

i'm not an expert... I just know what works for me. different things work for different people

[Ilovepanabears]

excellent question, same thing happens to me it weird, I dance 18 hours a week (and have recently diagnosed asthma) but I went to my doctor and he said that its because I was pushing myself to much physically and since I ignored the signs I had developed fluid in my lungs (which can be fatal) so what I am trying to tell you is to be careful and limit yourself because you might get hurt <3 hope this helped!

[Anonymous5124]

All these answers are wrong. I am a collegiate XC and Track runner and had this happen in the past.

It's exercised induced bronco-spasms which is a form of asthma (exercised induced asthma).

You are NOT sick. The cough should go away in a few hours post workout. Certain conditions can aggravate this condition such as cold air, dry air, etc.

Good luck

[candlewax]

Well aren't you pretentious.

[Anonymous5124]

Not sure why I just got insulted? I mean if you didn't want the correct answer why did you ask the question? I didn't want you to be mislead...

[6Paul11]

There is an astronomical amount of bacteria in a gym, locker room, or shower. It is entirely possible to get sick from working out. Always use an antibacterial wipe on the machine before and after using it. Always bring your own towel. Always shower immediately after working out.

[nomnomchompsky]

No but being fat will make you sick so get on that.

[Asker]

Lol!

[Phoenix1991]

you just pushed your body past its limit a bit , so your body needs time to adjust.

[kennyk]

A little different but exercise can give me migraines :(