9.Schedule a Stretch
Stretch gently before and after a workout. One stretch to try: Put your hands flat on a wall at arm’s length and shoulder height. Step forward and bend your right knee. Bend your left knee until you feel a slight stretch in your calf. It shouldn’t hurt. Hold for 10 to 30 seconds and repeat with left leg. Continue switching legs for three to five reps on each leg.
10.Try a New Way to Move
Jogging, skating, or rowing can be good exercises for people with mild COPD — and fun ways to avoid workout boredom. Some activities do double duty, like water aerobics, which is good for COPD and arthritis. For beginners, a pulmonary rehab program is a good, safe place to start. Some people may need to avoid push-ups, sit-ups, or heavy lifting. Ask your doctor what’s right for you.
