I am 28 years old male ,have been smoking for a few years now. Some days I have a heavy chest because of this but other than that I am healthy. Is it ok to start exercising(Vigrous Aerobic exercising) or do I need to know a few things before I start. Do I need to consult my doctor ? Kindly help.
2006-12-05 01:51:53 · 19 answers · asked by Joltbolt 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
If not Vigrous Aerobic exercise, can I do weight training?
2006-12-05 01:58:35 · update #1
Yes, consult your Doctor. He will be able to estimate the damage to your lungs and heart then prescribe what he feels is the best pace to proceed. In no way will exercise hurt you, however...start slow and your lungs and heart will let you know how far to go. The more you exercise the more your body will reject the toxins and clean itself. You won't want to put anything bad into your body as time goes by. Remember how it hurt to inhale the first couple of smokes? If you get your heart and lungs back into shape, next time you light up, it will hurt the same way and this time you'll know what your body is saying. Exercise and cough, exercise and spit, exercise and clean up. If you start exercising the smoking will stop...listen to your heart..and lungs!
2006-12-05 02:05:50 · answer #1 · answered by twostories 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To quit smoking is the best way ever. You may ask and consult with your doctor before doing the exercising(Vigrous Aerobic exercising) things. Cuz you have a heavy chest already in this age. And since we are the same age now (nice to meet you!), I suggest you to go swimming or jogging routinely first before start it. Swimming and Jogging are good for breath exercise. Clean your lungs well. I'm not smoking at all anyway but my grandmother died of lung cancer. It was a sad death.
Good luck.
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2006-12-05 01:58:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I quit smoking 7 months ago, 2+ packs a day for over 25 years. I've always been very physically active. Maybe that's why smoking really didn't slow me down. What HAS slowed me down is the extra weight I've put on since quitting. I'm working on that.
My suggestion. First get an ok from your doctor since you have that chest tightness. If he gives you the ok, then exercise, exercise, exercise. When you're ready to quit smoking, you're more likely to be at a healthy weight and a few extra pounds won't hurt you. Not only that, but exercise makes you more health concious. You'll probably smoke less and the thought of quitting will enter your mind more often.
I quit because I moved to L.A. and didn't see anyone else smoking. It's banned in all restaurants, bars, beaches, and nearly everywhere else. That was the turning point for me.
Now I live in Texas where I see smokers all over the place. It's still allowed in restaurants, etc. But it's fun going out to eat and asking for a seat in the non-smoking section for a change.
Cheers.
2006-12-05 02:08:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I smoke and suffer from heavy chest myself. But I regularly go to a gym for quite a vigorous workout. Odly enough, I am almost the same age you are. So far I haven't felt anything bad while exercising. Though I have lessened the amount I smoke from 1 packet a day to 9-10 a day. But best thing is to consult a doctor and probably get a chest x-ray or something before starting. Best of luck
2006-12-05 01:56:18 · answer #4 · answered by BretH 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should always consult your Dr. before starting any type of exercise program. You should also try to quit smoking. I know from personal experience that you get a better workout when you can breath. I smoked for years but I had to stop when I get pregnant and after I had my baby I just felt better not smoking. I can breath better when I am physically active, which is on a daily bases. I hope it all goes well for you.
2006-12-05 01:56:31 · answer #5 · answered by melwil25 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would consult with your doctor so he can put you on the proper exercise program. You might have a hard time at first because of smoking, but your body will get used to the routine. Good luck
2006-12-05 01:54:31 · answer #6 · answered by Sara 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Good for you! What you should probably do is talk to your dr about it. I am starting to workout now too, hopefully lifting weights is a better habit to replace smoking. Well, I'm hoping so anyway. I would suggest you start with light activity then slowly increase your workout. It's going to throw your body into a shock if you start out vigorous, it's best to start light and easy at first and gradually increase how vigorous later. Good luck.
2006-12-05 02:06:28 · answer #7 · answered by masmalan2004 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am 21 years old and I have been smoking for 5-6 years I work out for a half hour on Mon. Wed. Fri. and an hour and a half on Tues. and Thurs. and then play ice hockey on sat.. I have no problem, but the first couple of weeks are really hard.
2006-12-05 01:57:42 · answer #8 · answered by joe d 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would start off slow just to get your body and cardio use to this new demand on your lungs. If your in decent shape then i woud start by walking on a treadmil and building your lungs and Eliptical machines are a good beginner exercise. Also if you do drink pop try to cut back. Water actually takes good:) Rock on way to motivate yourself to a heathier you! Hope things go well!
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2006-12-05 01:58:32 · answer #9 · answered by Maynard3 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Any form of exercise will be good for you. But if your smoking your unlikely to be able to do as much due to your lungs.
If you can cut down or stop then your exercise routeen can bloom into better cardio. Which will give you much better results.
Good Luck
Quelynn
2006-12-05 01:58:12 · answer #10 · answered by Quelynn 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋