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Q: State of the lungs - post smoking
asked by: Brammy on August 21st, 2009
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Ok I stopped smoking about two months ago. Needless to say, before I quit exercise was impossible. 2 packs a day for 30 years does not make for a good run. I am in my 40s so I know I cannot expect to sprint like a 16 year old but for the past two months I have been exercising daily and have graduated to a walk /run. How much will my lungs recover? It still feels like I am not doing as much as I should be able to. Can I realistically expect to recover enough lung capacity and surface to say run a mile or two daily?
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MandMs
replied on September 17th, 2009
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You have already made the first step to increase your lung capacity, by quitting smoking (also, try to avoid second smoke).
It is well know that a total lung capacity depends on person's age, height, sex, weight and degree of physical activity.
Increasing the length and difficulty of your workouts is another way to increase the lungs capacity.
Remember, that you will not achieve increased lung capacity overnight, no matter what method you try.
It is good to try deep breathing techniques, water exercise (swimmers lungs will be three times better at dealing with oxygen than an average person), yoga breathing exercises, practice cardiovascular activities like aerobics, cycling, running (increased cardiovascular activity has been shown to help improve lung capacity), and if you have a chance, train at a higher altitude.
If you are already diagnosed with a chronic lung disorder, consult your physician before starting any exercise program!
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