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What are the best exercises for someone with asthma?

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Dr. Duane Gels answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

"Just do it": Exercises can't cure asthma; but those in good aerobic condition have less work of breathing, less minute ventilation, + are less likely to trigger bronchospasm felt due to cooling/drying of airways. Long distance cold air running most challenging, but are less affected by swimming or sports involving short sprints: LAX, field hockey, football, track, b-ball; pretreat with a bronchodilator.

Answered 9/16/2015

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