Our study explores the diversity of microorganisms thriving on common surfaces found in the gym setting. Our body's normal processes such as breathing is much different from when at rest as compared to when we are active in sports or exercise and we are wondering if this could play a part in perhaps increasing one's vulnerability to infections.
Extreme physical exertion compromises the immune system. However, the peak of the vulnerability in highly trained (professional) athletes coincides with the peak form, i.e. after the tapering down of the extreme training load.
(A personal experience of an amateurish, but highly trained, middle distance runner.)
Thank you so much for that :) I'll be looking more into your answer to supplement our study.
(And I believe I can relate to your experience being an overly worked but amateurish athlete myself.)
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