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Back to EpisodesI Worked Out All Week While Sick (Here’s What Really Happened)
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Most people stop training the second they feel a cold coming on. I did the opposite—and the results blew me away.
In this episode of the Athlete with Asthma Show, I share exactly what happened when I chose to work out every day while sick. From boosting energy without caffeine to actually feeling better faster, I discovered that movement, breath, and consistency are some of the most powerful medicines we have.
You’ll learn:
- How light workouts support your immune system and recovery
- Why movement boosts oxygen, energy, and mood (even when congested)
- How to avoid losing progress and strength when you’re sick
- The power of breathwork for clearing congestion and controlling asthma
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Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to the Athlete with Asthma Show
00:51 Why exercising while sick can actually help you recover faster
01:48 How light workouts boosted my energy and mood all week
02:43 Managing illness severity through movement and breath
03:47 How I maintained (and even gained) strength while sick
07:28 Why active recovery is the key to long-term progress
11:06 Final thoughts and how to recover smarter
I'm Jonny Havey, the Athlete with Asthma, and I help people with (and without) asthma overcome their perceived limitations and achieve elite health and performance, without relying on quick fixes, crash diets, or constant inhaler use.
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DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS MY OPINION AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE.