Asthma and Exercise: Is It a Deadly Combination?

All of us should be participating in some form of aerobic exercise a couple of times a week. You know the kind, keep our lungs and heart pumping, plus it never hurt to keep those muscles toned up and strong. While it may not seem so at first glance, even those suffering from asthma will receive a benefit from regular workouts, in helping the lungs function more effectively from the increased capacity. More often then not asthmatics that are taking part in high aerobic activity have a fear that their asthma might act up, or course this keeps them from participating in things due to their conditions. Wile these to issues (exercise and asthma) might seem like water and fire there are ways around the dooming attack that might come on. There are numerous athletes in the professional world who suffer from some form of asthma, how ever they\'ve found away to subdue the symptoms when they need to perform. To help with the symptoms there are several allergy and asthma meds available. Some over the counter, while others require a prescription, all will help subdue the symptoms you might experience while exercising.

Emotional well beings, as well as physical well being can both be improved through exercise, at least according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, of course exercise can also help you manage your asthma better. Here are just a few exercise and asthma tidbits to get you active and stay that way. While it\'s not known by all, it isn\'t just any type of exercise that will bring on an asthma attack. It\'s ideal that you consult either an asthma or allergy specialist prior to beginning an exercise program. Asthma and exercise can cause symptoms such as shortness of breath, a tight feeling in the chest, or coughing, all of which can develop into a full blown asthma attack if not treated immediately. Using short or long acting bronchodilator before exercising, asthma symptoms can be controlled and possibly prevented completely. Other medications such as decongestants and antihistamines, either oral or inhaled, are also effective in controlling asthma and exercise.

I you know you suffer from asthma related symptoms when exercising there are a few tips you should follow. Avoid exercising when pollen counts are high in the air, as well as in windy and cold weather, both of these will bring out symptoms making it difficult to exercise. Of course, not all people experience the same effects in the same conditions, and exercise regimes should be tailored to a persons exact requirements. if you would like to find more exact information about asthma and exercise effects you should check out the Medem Medical Library, available online. Having asthma doesn\'t have to cripple your activity level, or effect your lifestyle habits. It\'s just a matter of educating yourself about your condition, and learning your limits. once you know that then you can begin to benefit from regular exercise while controlling your symptoms and enjoying life all at once.

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