11.Exercising on Oxygen
If you use oxygen, you may worry that the equipment will be a hazard or a hassle. But if your doctor says to use oxygen during exercise, do it.
Extra long tubing can help at home. Small, light-weight “travel” tanks keep you mobile. You can do most exercises with oxygen.
12.When Not to Exercise
Give yourself a day off if your COPD symptoms are acting up: you’re wheezing, coughing up more fluids than usual, or are unusually short of breath. You may want to talk to your doctor. Call for help right away for shortness of breath that doesn’t improve, fast or irregular heartbeat, and feeling dizzy or lightheaded.
