Activities that involve short, intermittent periods of exertion:

• Volleyball
• Gymnastics
• Baseball
• Wrestling
• Biking
• Walking
• Running on a treadmill
• Swimming

Exercises that may cause problems for people with asthma
Activities that involve long periods of exertion:

• Soccer
• Long distance running
• Basketball
• Field hockey
• Cold weather sports such as ice hockey, cross-country skiing, and ice-skating

Remember, if your asthma is well-controlled, all of the activities on this list are possible. If you have an asthma attack during exercise, stop! Use your quick-relief medication. If your symptoms go away completely, you may restart the exercise. If your symptoms return, stop the activity again, and repeat your quick-relief medication. Call your doctor for guidance on how to safely incorporate exercise into your routine.