You should not do Exercise at these times

1. When you are ill

Do not exercise if you are not feeling well, even if it is just a cold. Workout can put more strain on your immune system and prolong illness. As a result you will spend more time away from the physical activity.

2. When you have not had enough recuperation time

Do not rush back to your normal workout routine after you have been ill. Starting to train too early is likely to lead to a reemergence of your symptoms.

3. When you are feeling stressed and wiped out

There sometimes are days when you do not feel like going to the gym, but sometimes your body might be telling you to take a break. It will do you a power of good to have a day off from your fitness classes. 

4. When you have an injury

Whatever the injury, make sure that it is completely healed before you return to training. A simple one could be become much worse by your well-meaning attempt to lose it up.

5. When you have not got the proper equipment

Whatever your sport is, make sure you buy the best equipment you can afford. Do not just follow the fad for the latest trendy trainers or gear. Not having the right equipment can result in injury. Take footwear seriously

6. When you have got a hangover

If you have got a hangover from the last night, think carefully before attending your morning aerobics class. Alcohol leaves you dehydrated, so be sure you have drunk enough water to balance out this effect. 

7. When you are pregnant

The rules about working out in pregnancy form a whole book in them, so here the subject is only touched on. The main point is that you can exercise throughout the pregnancy as long as you feel like it and your GP and midwife have said you can. 

8. After your baby is born

How many celebrities do you hear boasting that they went straight back to 400 sit-ups per day within a day of childbirth? Firstly, you should not believe a word of it, and secondly they seem to be going against all health guidelines if they do. 

9. Lack of motivation

The main piece of advice is to be sensible and always think about your motives for working out and why you do not want to exercise. Be honest with yourself. If you really just can’t be bothered, maybe you are finding your exercise routine boring.

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