How soon do you return to workouts after the flu?

Former Member
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I am getting over the flu (gastroenteritis). This is my third day. My appetite is not 100% yet, and I still have a slight headache, but I am night and day better than Monday (Day 1). Anyway, there is a timed 5K and 10K swim this Saturday that I can swim, but I am not sure that's the best thing to do right now. My last workout was 4 days ago. I will take today off and maybe workout tomorrow. Thoughts?
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  • Former Member
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    Do you really have the flu? Can you get a prescription for Tamiflu or something similar? Real life sucks, but there is a good chance you will be ready to swim in nine days, but not at the top of your form. Get well and good luck. Hey, maybe you're right. I might not have the flu, but just a cold. I just figured anytime you have the chills, shakes, fever, and intestinal issues, that that is the flu. I checked my symptoms online and I might just have a cold. I still feel like hell, but at least I can give it a name. Thanks!
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  • Former Member
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    Do you really have the flu? Can you get a prescription for Tamiflu or something similar? Real life sucks, but there is a good chance you will be ready to swim in nine days, but not at the top of your form. Get well and good luck. Hey, maybe you're right. I might not have the flu, but just a cold. I just figured anytime you have the chills, shakes, fever, and intestinal issues, that that is the flu. I checked my symptoms online and I might just have a cold. I still feel like hell, but at least I can give it a name. Thanks!
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