Post-vaccination exercise can boost immunity

Studies on Covid-19, which has been affecting the lives of many people around the world for about 2 years, continue. A new study suggests that about 90 minutes of light to moderate exercise immediately following a flu or Covid-19 vaccine may provide an extra boost of immunity.

The effect of post-vaccine exercise on immunity

In a study they conducted on people who have been vaccinated against influenza or Covid-19, Iowa State University researchers found that people who did exercise such as stationary cycling or brisk walking for 90 minutes after vaccination, sitting They found that they produced more antibodies within 4 weeks of vaccination, compared to people who did not or continue their daily routines.

Researchers took three different blood samples before, two, and four weeks after vaccination to measure the change in participants’ antibody levels. In addition, the effects of exercises performed at different times were investigated in the study. It was found that 45 minutes of exercise after vaccination did not produce an antibody boost on the participants.

According to the researchers who conducted the study, the primary focus during the 90-minute exercises was the heart rate of the participants. They state that the heart rate of the participants should be kept at a pace of around 120-140 beats per minute in order to provide the most effective increase in antibodies.

Researchers as next target They say that it is to determine the most optimal type of exercise and the required time to provide the antibody increase that can be done after vaccination. It is stated that this data can be obtained with further studies to be carried out.