Does exercise help with Long COVID? Rehab sports group tests exercise programmes for people affected by Long COVID.

A rehabilitation sports group from Grünstadt (TSG Grünstadt) is piloting whether exercise programmes for people affected by Long COVID can help them cope with the symptoms. Preliminary findings indicate the following: A mix of breathing, relaxation and sports exercises could prove helpful. However, the sense of community also plays an important role in the well-being of those affected.

Patients suffering from permanent exhaustion (fatigue) and exercise intolerance should be cautious about exercise or training therapies. Depending on the severity of the exercise intolerance, the symptoms can worsen even after daily exertion. Constant exertion can also lead to a long-term or permanent worsening of the condition.