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The growing body of evidence indicates that prolonged intensive exercise is associated with altered immune function and an increased risk of upper respiratory track infections. Several research studies have found that heavy endurance exercise may suppress the immune system for a short period of time and increase the risk of contracting a variety of viruses and bacteria.

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