Suppleness We know that if you are more flexible daily tasks such as bending and reaching are easier. This will also help you to improve your posture which means your lungs will work better. Strengthening This will increase the load that your muscles can cope with. We know that having stronger muscles will mean that […]
Now use the self assessment table below to assess yourself against the current amount, intensity and type of exercise that is recommended. What are you currently doing in terms of physical activity? Are you meeting the recommended guidance Frequency How many days in the week are you physically active? You should aim to be active […]
Many people with COPD worry that physical activity will harm them. In fact the opposite is true, physical inactivity can cause problems for your health and wellbeing. Being active and taking exercise is one of the most important things you can do to take control of your COPD. If you are not sure how to […]
If you do less exercise or activity you will become deconditioned. Your muscles weaken and lose bulk including the muscles you need for breathing and the large muscles in your legs and arms. You will become more breathless as you do less activity. If you continue to be inactive you will feel worse, need more […]
Your abilities will vary depending on how you are feeling on each day. For example: ‘I feel ok’ ‘I am feeling a bit worse’ or ‘I am recovering from a flare-up’ ‘I feel much worse’ You will be able to do all your normal activities and exercise such as an exercise class, walking club, or […]
What physical activity or exercise means to you will vary from person to person. This can depend on many things: The types of activities that you normally do. How fit you have been before. How you are feeling. The stage of your COPD.
Physical Activity Exercise Physical activity is a general term used to describe movement of the body that uses energy. It can be as simple as going about your day to day routine. Examples include: Mowing the lawn. Hanging out washing. Doing the shopping. Playing with your children or grand children. Hoovering. Gardening. Exercise is more […]
Pelvic floor exercises can be quick and easily fitted into your daily activities. To exercise your pelvic floor: Lie on your back with your knees bent. Imagine you are at the toilet and you going to stop yourself passing urine midstream, or stop yourself from passing wind. Do not hold your breath while doing this […]
Q. Which of the following statements are true or false. Select true or false for each one. 1. Asthma is common TrueFalse 2. Asthma causes swelling and narrowing in the airways TrueFalse 3. Asthma is curable TrueFalse 4. You can catch asthma from someone else TrueFalse 5. […]
