Wednesday Weigh In - Exercise and Immunity

It's almost cold and flu season again.  Folks are lining up for their flu shots - as they should.  What else can we do to boost our immunity?  How about staying active?  In addition to the strength, coordination and feeling of accomplishment gained through exercise and conditioning, people who maintain a regular exercise program have fewer respiratory infections than those who remain sedentary. Interesting, huh?  For more info, see:

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007165.htm

http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/injuryprevention/a/Ex_Immunity.htm