A change in medications, i.e. an increase in steroid therapy, may be required until the inflammation is treated and symptoms are relieved. We find that there are a number of children whose asthma is not under good control 2. Running, cross-country skiing, cycling and soccer require continuous, or near continuous activity. Intermittent high anaerobic activity is preferred to a sustained long-duration aerobic activity. Circuit training is suitable, but prolonged aerobic activity may be less appropriate.
Some athletes induce the refractory period by warming up adequately prior to competition.
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