I have had asthma since birth and despite being told that I should probably avoid becoming an athlete, here I am - an ultra-endurance athlete with asthma. Needless to say, I’ve spent years learning to manage my asthma while still pushing myself to new levels each and every year as an athlete. Ple...

There’s a fine line between pushing yourself to new heights and pushing yourself over the edge. This is something I struggle with every single day, and when you are an ultra-endurance athlete with asthma like myself, there aren't a lot of people you can look to in order to see if you are overdoin...

When I first started running, I was deeply concerned about my lung capacity due to my asthma. Whether you have asthma or not, you might wonder how to get more oxygen to your body, avoid fatigue, and prevent that feeling of gasping for air during those long or fast runs. As an ultra athlete with a...

Asthma can be a challenging condition, especially when it comes to physical activities like running. Whether you were diagnosed with asthma as a child or it crept up on you later in life, the thought of running, let alone becoming an ultra-athlete (running more than a marathon in 1 day), might se...

Setting out for a run with asthma might seem daunting. It's not just about lacing up and hitting the pavement; it's about choosing runs that align with your health needs and fitness goals. Today, I want to share the three types of runs that have been pivotal not only in boosting my endurance for ...

Growing up, the notion that asthma could be anything other than a lifelong limitation seemed far-fetched. As a child, I was often sidelined during physical activities—marathons and soccer games were spectacles I could only watch, not participate in. This narrative, however, didn't hold. Today, no...

Living with asthma presents unique hurdles, particularly when you’re trying to shed pounds. The challenge of participating in cardiovascular exercises, alongside the anxiety of aggravating asthma symptoms, can make the path to weight loss feel overwhelming. Yet, it's entirely feasible to navigate...

As an entrepreneur running two businesses, eLearning Partners, and Jonny Havey, LLC (currently known as Athlete with Asthma), and being a professional athlete with asthma makes my professional life pretty busy. Despite that, I am extremely passionate about health, wellness and fitness. Therefore,...

As an athlete with asthma, navigating the complex world of nutrition and the lack of protein eaten in America is crucial not only for my performance but also for excelling with asthma. It is baffling to me how undernourished I was for years with protein in my diet, no fault of anyone or even my o...

I am both an athlete with asthma and a busy business owner, not just running one, but two businesses! Therefore, I need to have healthy and nutritious lunch options available to me at all times. Otherwise, just like other busy business owners it can be super easy to default to either not eating l...

As an athlete with asthma and the owner of two businesses, I don't always have very much time to make sure that I am getting the nutrition that I need. Over the years I have learned though, that no matter how busy I get, nutrition is not negotiable because without health what do we have? Therefor...

As a lifelong athlete (who also has asthma), I'm thrilled to delve into effective warm-up exercises that empower me to be successful every single day with my workouts and fitness activities.

In the realm of fitness, warming up before a workout is often touted as essential. But for individuals l...

As an Athlete with Asthma, I'm excited to share insights on how the Peloton revolutionizes workouts, particularly for individuals like me who battle asthma. The convenience of having cardio equipment at home eliminates excuses and ensures consistent exercise routines. Today, I'll delve into how I...

Are you someone who battles asthma but still craves the adrenaline rush of outdoor activities like mountain biking? If so, you're not alone. In this post, I delve into the exhilarating world of mountain biking through the lens of asthma management. Whether you're a seasoned rider or a novice, und...

In this blog post, I'll share my insights into the protein-calorie ratio and how it can significantly impact your weight management journey. First and foremost, it's crucial to understand that not all foods boasting a high protein content are created equal. The protein-calorie ratio serves as a v...