The Immune System, Running and How to Train When on the Mend with Dr Jenna Macciochi

Our health has never been more on the radar than it is at the moment, but what can we do either side of falling ill that supports our immune system and our running? Can vitamin C prevent a cold? Is it possible to boost our immune system? And are there times when running can do more harm than good? And, why are people reporting that returning to exercise after COVID is tougher than they ever imagined? To share an expert insight on whether we should hang up our running trainers at the first sight of a cold, or whether there are circumstances when it’s OK to sweat through sniffles is Dr Jenna Macciochi. Last year, Jenna published the book IMMUNITY: The Science of Staying Well which is all part of her obsession over understanding how nutrition and lifestyle interact with the immune system in health and disease.

Topics covered:

What is the immune system and why do we get sick?

Can we boost our immune system health?

What role does exercise play in the health of our immune system?

Do intense workouts (long runs) weaken the immune system because of the stress they place on the body?

Should you have a phased return to exercise or are you OK to pick back up where you left off?

Are there any ways to self-monitor that your body is dealing with the stress of exercise OK?

Should we be wearing masks when running to protect ourselves and others?

COVID-19 is a rapidly developing situation. For the most up-to-date information, check government resources.

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