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EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 11 MIN

I Worked Out All Week While Sick (Here’s What Really Happened)

from Athlete with Asthma Show · host Jonny Havey

►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide 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 🔗 Resources I Use in This Video:  Buy the Lightboard I Use for My Videos: https://elearningpartners.com/lightboard  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. Here’s how I can help you: Want 1-on-1 coaching or support? → Reach out here and let’s work together: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/contact Ready to lose weight sustainably and keep it off for good? → Drop 30 and Keep It Off™: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/drop-30-and-keep-it-off Start transforming your health in minutes → FREE Healthy Living Guide: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide Learn more and get free resources at: https://www.athletewithasthma.com 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.

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