Asthma Tips

Don't Let Asthma Keep You Out of the Game

Getting regular physical activity can improve your breathing, and lead to fewer asthma attacks. Just remember to follow these tips.
(In fact, this is good advice for everyone, not just those with asthma.)
Ease into it.
Start your workout with a warm-up, and don't overdo it by running five miles on your first day if you get winded walking around the block! Finish up with a cool-down.
Take a buddy.
It's more fun and a friend can help if you get into trouble.
Respect your bod.Stay away from the things that trigger your asthma. Help out your airways by breathing through your nose instead of your mouth. Take it easy on days when your asthma symptoms are really bugging you. And stick to the medicine routine that your doctor has set up.
Take breaks.
Treat yourself to rest and drink plenty of water.
Mix it up.
For example, try going inline skating one day and taking a long walk the next.

Feel GoodTo feel your best, do the right stuff to control your asthma. And listen to your doctors — they're on your team!

According to Dr. Stephen Redd, an asthma expert at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with asthma "should expect to live a life that really isn't affected by asthma, except for having to follow the directions." He also says to speak up if you are having symptoms, and remember to "keep a good attitude and keep working to control the disease."

(Wanna read the full disease detective profile?) So, get out there and get moving! With good habits and today's medicines, you can go for the gold — or just join your friends on the basketball court, in the pool, on the dance floor...

Need more proof?

See what a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) asthma expert has to say.
Read about the American Lung Association.