Final report in from my pulmonologist. I do have exercise induced bronchospams (asthma). I had a better workout today but still a long way to go. Any one out there with the same problem? How long did you have to take the cortisone inhailer before you noticed a significant difference?
I just have to respond to this - and I agree with all said regarding spacers!!
BUT, where was I going? Oh yeah, there have been plenty of rotten times when I (and my son) have found ourselves swimming, or running or whatever, and OMG, where is that inhaler? Positive self talk can help you through this -- no the asthmatic spasm will not go away, but by not panicking, by telling yourself, "I'm going to be ok" and slowing down your breathing a bit, believe it or not, you may be not only able to finish the set, but finish the workout. MUCH better than getting out disgusted, only to find it on the floor of your car, after sloshing through the snow with wet hair! :frustrated:
I just have to respond to this - and I agree with all said regarding spacers!!
BUT, where was I going? Oh yeah, there have been plenty of rotten times when I (and my son) have found ourselves swimming, or running or whatever, and OMG, where is that inhaler? Positive self talk can help you through this -- no the asthmatic spasm will not go away, but by not panicking, by telling yourself, "I'm going to be ok" and slowing down your breathing a bit, believe it or not, you may be not only able to finish the set, but finish the workout. MUCH better than getting out disgusted, only to find it on the floor of your car, after sloshing through the snow with wet hair! :frustrated:
