In our fast-paced lives, we often take the act of breathing for granted. Yet, every deep inhale and slow exhale holds the key to improved lung capacity, better oxygen flow, and enhanced mental clarity ...

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 ...

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 ...

You already know exercise is good for you. You probably think about the way it can boost your fitness, trim your waistline, strengthen you heart and even improve your mood. But did you know that ...

For those pursuing active lifestyles, cardiovascular fitness typically dominates the conversation. Yet the specific health and function of the lungs themselves often receive less attention, despite ...

Every part of your body needs oxygen to function properly. The main job of your respiratory system is to make sure that happens — it’s responsible for circulating fresh air throughout your body and ...

When you think of lung cancer treatment, what comes to mind—chemotherapy, radiation, surgery? While these can be crucial, there's another powerful tool that's often overlooked: exercise. Our recent ...

You may feel discomfort in your lungs when you exercise in cold temperatures – it is a common occurrence for people with and without asthma or other breathing issues. Chest pain and a burning ...