10-Minute Trainer – Tips from the “X” Man:

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Feeling a little off but still think you could muster a workout? Here’s how to know if you should exercise.

If the symptoms are above the shoulders, like sneezing, runny nose, congestion, sore throat, you’re probably fine to workout. You may want to consider adjusting the intensity of the workout, but you should be fine. In fact, there’s a reasonable chance working out will help you feel better. It does me.

If the symptoms are below the shoulders, it’s not quite as cut and dry. You might be fine if you have a light cough or mild chest congestion. But major symptoms like nausea, hacking cough, muscle aches, fevers, and dizziness, require rest, and lots of it.

So bottom line: pay attention to where your body hurts. As long as you aren’t using your illness as an excuse not to workout, err on the side of caution and take it easy. Sleep, like the proper nutrition, does miracles for the body.

I was in a rough spot with my nutrition and my training was suffering. I reached out to Matthew for some advice hoping he would guide in the right direction. He told me about an accountability group he would facilitate. I accepted the invitation and never looked back. The nutrition plan was very good (tasteful) and being accountable to fitness was great… The people I took this journey with were fantastic and so encouraging. It was exactly what I needed at the time. Thank you Matthew for the experience and believing in me…

BILL C.Louisville, KY