While exercise can bring on an asthma attack, it is also a recognized part of any asthma treatment plan. Asthma and exercise have a unique relationship.

An important aspect of understanding how they relate is to be aware of why physical aitvcity can bring on an attack. Basically, physical exertion increases your body’s need for oxygen, wchih makes your breathing faster and harder. This can bring on the feelings of breathlessness, ttieghnss in the chest and winehezg that are associated with amshta attacks.