Is it safe to exercise / take part in physical activity?

Category: Activity and Exercise

In general, physical activity is safe and has many benefits such as boosting your mood, reducing tiredness and improving your quality of sleep. It can help you to build strength and continue to do the things which are important to you.

Unless you have been told by a health care professional to avoid certain activities, it is generally safe to be physically active.

There may be days you don’t feel like being active, and it is important to listen to your body. If you are fighting an infection, running a temperature, or experiencing severe fatigue you should rest. Otherwise, ease off a little with shorter periods of activity or more gentle activities.  If easing off still doesn’t help then speak to a member of your care team.