Editor's note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain.
"To be totally inactive and bedridden has a negative impact on your immune system, energy levels and recovery ability," said Walter Gjergja, cofounder of the fitness app Zing Coach who is based in Lugano, Switzerland. "It's usually beneficial to have some activity, although of the appropriate quantity and quality."
The standard medical advice is that when your symptoms are above the neck (e.g., a tension headache, stuffy or runny nose, or minor sore throat), it's fine to engage in mild to moderate exercise.
The type of exercise you should do while battling a mild illness depends upon factors such as your typical activity level, the weather (if exercising outdoors), and your age and overall health.
"If you have a mild to moderate illness, you can continue to exercise, but you should do less than you normally do," said family physician Dr. Bruce Barrett, a professor and vice chair for research in the department of family medicine and community health at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. "If you normally run 10 miles per week, maybe run 5 if you have a mild cold. Just tamp it down."
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Going for a walk is one of the gentlest and healthiest forms of exercise, Gjergja said. But if the temperature is below about 50 degrees Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius), it's better to exercise inside.
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