Dieting and exercise with asthma takes a special strategy
As most asthmatics probably know, there is no special diet for curbing asthma. Asthma's inflammation can't be hobbled by that certain fruit or beverage, according to sources.Is asthma associated with obesity? In some, it is. The failure of many asthmatics to be able and work up heavy breathing during exercise can lead to a lack of it -- and that deficiency can lead to more fat being stored instead of burned.
For asthmatics in particular, watching a diet and trying to find ways to exercise that won't overstimulate your breathing should be part of a healthy daily routine. Every try Pilates? Works wonders for many, and you control the heavy breathing.
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9-27-2007 @ 12:59PM
FitBuff - Total Mind and Body Fitness said...
Sorry, link didn't work. Here it is:
http://www.fitbuff.com/asthma-athletes-can-breath-a-little-easier/
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9-27-2007 @ 11:42PM
FitBuff - Total Mind and Body Fitness said...
Great post Brian. There was a study a few months ago that focused on athletes with asthma.
Surprisingly, they found that HIIT (high intensity interval training) as a warm-up could greatly reduce the symptoms.
Seems kind of ironic that intense exercise could curb exercise-induced asthma, but here's a link to the study:
Ashtma Athletes Can Breathe a Little Easier
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