Stronger Than Your Boyfriend
Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they take a deep dive into important (and usually controversial) health & fitness topics. Combining a little science, a little ranting, and a lot of industry experience, Katie and Heather will be helping you sift through the toxic misinformation in the fitness industry. One podcast episode at a time. Barpath Fitness is an LGBTQ+ and women-owned fitness business that specializes in helping people move better, get stronger, and live pain free through individualized programming and coaching.
Stronger Than Your Boyfriend
Exercise & Immunity
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Barpath Fitness
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Season 1
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Episode 212
Today on the podcast, we are talking about exercise and immunity. Illness is more prevalent during the colder months of the year because more people spend time inside with less movement. We all know that exercise does so many wonderful things for the body, but we want to get into the specifics of how it boosts immunity in today's episode.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The Science Behind Exercise and Your Immune System
- Using Physical Exercise To Boost Immunity
- How Nutrition Supports Your Immune System Alongside Exercise
- Foods Rich in Vitamins and Minerals to Support the Immune System
- Moderate Exercise vs. Intense Workouts: What’s Best for Your Immune System
- Too Much Exercise Can Weaken Your Immune System
- Should You Work Out When You’re Sick?
Sources Mentioned:
Women's Health Article: Working Out With A Cold: When It's Safe To Exercise While Sick And When To Avoid It, According To Doctors
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