Mark Courtney, RRT, has been a respiratory therapist for over four decades. He worked with hospitalized patients with lung cancer for 25 years and now serves as a manager at the HelpLine for the ...

I will never forget the first time I went out for a run with a mask on. I made it less than a mile before I was out of breath and I had to turn around to walk home. It was clear that my lung capacity ...

Healthy lungs are vital for overall well-being, yet we often neglect them until problems arise. Incorporating simple breathing exercises into your routine can help keep your lungs strong and ...

One in five people, aged 25-54, claim they 'don't have time to exercise and eat healthy food.' Yet, the American Heart Association says just 75 minutes of vigorous exercise is all you need to squeeze ...

Knowing the best types of exercise for people with IPF can help you enjoy your workouts and stay healthy and safe. Be sure to check with your doctor before starting a new exercise regimen, especially ...

While the rate of adults who smoke is reportedly down to a record low of 11% and fewer adolescents are vaping, children and adults alike are leading more sedentary lifestyles that can pose a variety ...

If you're finding your workout harder than it should be, it could be down to your breathing. We spoke to fitness and ...

Breathing is automatic. We are born breathing; we do it all of the time, even when we are asleep. Breathing is something a lot of people don’t really think about unless there is a problem (e.g., ...