A sports allergy really does exist

I myself am a huge exception because I really love sports. Not all of them, but I do enjoy Pilates and barre training, and I have the nicest personal trainer (Richard) who guides me through those 45 minutes of strength training. However, I can totally imagine if you'd rather be sitting on the couch with a blanket today watching the new Máxima series on Videoland and binge-watching it.

And that's fine, because I've found the perfect excuse for you. There is such a thing as a sports allergy. Yes, really. It doesn't occur often, as only 50 out of 100,000 people suffer from it, but who says you don't belong to that select group? Therefore.

A sports allergy consists of complaints that arise due to a higher body temperature as a result of exertion. Some people experience it with light exertion, while others only develop it after really high-intensity sports. But the consequences are tough: itching, red skin, breathing problems, nausea, the feeling that you're going to faint, and a swollen tongue.

Not really desirable, of course. There is a medication for this allergy, but we won't be broadcasting that widely; it will remain our little secret. You can comfortably and completely legitimately be lazy on the couch.