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There are only a few sports not allowed for people with asthma such as scuba diving. Exercise can sometimes trigger asthma symptoms: this is called exercise induced asthma (EIA). Exercise induced asthma is brought on by the physical exertion of exercising or playing sport.

Exercise can sometimes trigger asthma symptoms: this is called exercise induced asthma (EIA). Exercise induced asthma is brought on by the physical exertion of exercising or playing sport.

Your increased need for oxygen makes you breathe faster and through your mouth. The air is colder and drier because it hasn't been warmed and humidified by your nose.

With a few simple precautions, you can reduce the chance of exercise induced asthma.

• Make sure your asthma is managed properly on a daily basis
• Use your puffer around five to ten minutes before you warm up (speak to your doctor for advice)
• Always warm up by lightly, moving and stretching for ten to fifteen minutes before you play sport or exercise