It's -12 out and if I go out running my asthma will kick in within 10 mins of being out. I've given up running since the winter is already here but feel like such a loser not going out and keeping up my fitness. Is asthma a good reason to not go out? I've been told that you can just take the puffer thing and when I do that, I use it three or four times in 20 mins. Should I be looking at a different exercise regime for now and start back up in the spring when it gets warmer?!
2007-12-04 05:50:18 · 16 answers · asked by Yummy♥Mummy 6 in Sports ➔ Running
Rooney that's very sweet of you but I couldn't do that!
2007-12-04 06:38:36 · update #1
You're not a wimp at all.
Cold, dry air is brutal and can cause bronchial spasms in non-asthmatics. Better safe than sorry.
If you have a bike, you might think about a stationary trainer for it, and spin indoors. They are not very expensive, and many come with quality training DVDs you can watch while you ride. You can pick up one for under $200, and even if you aren't an avid cyclist it's easy and a great workout.
It's tough to summon the motivation to exercise in the winter, so kudos to you for staying fit.
I believe consuming Guinness is an extremely healthy alternative to most types of fitness...
2007-12-04 12:22:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As a fellow asthmatic I have to agree. My asthma is far worse this time of year, and I live in the south. I couldn't imagine running when it is -12. I joined a gym for that very reason. People who don't suffer from asthma don't understand. Find another way to get your excercise, or just wait until it warms up. Stationary bikes are cheap. Go get one of them
2007-12-04 13:56:57 · answer #2 · answered by Brian T 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, you are not. I suffer from asthma too. Asthma is a reason to not be out. This whole week, I have been using the Asthma pump because it is getting cold and it has been snowing (also the flu season is here).
2007-12-04 17:24:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Thats not being wimpy, Its just not being super hard core! You should try going to a gym, or running on a treadmill at home. If you don't have these aavaailable you should jump on a mini trampoline, or jump rope, it will give you some cardio, and will tone muscles. You should also do some light lifting, and core work since a strong core makes you faster!
2007-12-04 16:44:27 · answer #4 · answered by katie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you want to work out get a really good work out video to do that consists of aerobic movement through the whole thing, then when it gets warm again and your asthma wont act up start running again, this way you'll stay in shape. No you are not a whimp, i hate to go out when the weather is 30 degrees where i live so if you even go outside to get in your car in that kind of weather, you are my hero.
2007-12-04 13:55:58 · answer #5 · answered by KIMBERLY H 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi, You already know you cant run in cold air with asthma,been there, done that. I ride a stationary bike thirty minute a day until the weather warms.
2007-12-04 14:00:31 · answer #6 · answered by doc 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you ever tried pilates? I love pilates, it helped to get my body back into shape after having babies. Do that during the winter and start the running back up in the spring.
ps if you don't have a pilates DVD I can mail mine to you, I pretty much know all the exercises.
2007-12-04 14:27:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Running when its cold outside is harder than when its warmer, but not impossible. If you layer correctly you can do it. But if you must either join a gym in the winter or get a treadmill.
2007-12-04 15:10:09 · answer #8 · answered by John 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Winter will come to an end- run inside for the time being
2007-12-04 13:55:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you're a wimp then so am I as I am inside my house on the good old treadmill.
2007-12-04 14:09:26 · answer #10 · answered by Irish 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋