Physical training and asthma
Although aerobic exercise can provoke EIB in patients with
asthma,11 regular physical activity and participation in
sports are considered to be important components in the
overall management of asthma.7 Nevertheless, the fear of
inducing an episode of breathlessness inhibits many asthmatics
from taking part in physical activities. A low level of
physical activity in turn leads to a low level of physical
fitness. Physical training programmes have been designed
for asthmatics with the aim of improving physical fitness,
neuromuscular coordination and self-confidence.7