Mar 27, 2020
In the spring, the temperature is rising, and the sun starts to shine more. However, these pleasant occurrences tend to lead to higher levels of pollen, mold and other allergens, and higher levels of allergens can cause issues for people with chronic obstructive...
Dec 13, 2019
The holiday season is here, which means good times with family and friends and lots of delicious food. However, food choices can be limited when you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), especially when it comes to sweets. Since much of the holiday...
Nov 24, 2019
Exercise has been a big part of my journey with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and I’m a staunch advocate of getting moving with this chronic lung condition. I also practice what I preach, and this has earned me the title of “The COPD athlete.”...
Nov 6, 2019
In America, Thanksgiving is often a time for getting together with family, and it also revolves around all the foods prepared for the iconic Thanksgiving meal. However, many of the traditional side dish recipes for this holiday are heavy on carbs and processed...
Oct 27, 2019
Fall is a very special time of year for many of us. The leaves are falling, and the temperature is becoming more brisk. However, fall is also a great time of year for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients like me, and one reason is because there are 3...
Oct 16, 2019
Fall can be a visually stunning time of year, but it can also be tough on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients like you and me. The days are starting to cool off in the fall, but the temporary reprieve can turn into trouble as the seasons change....
Sep 25, 2019
I have many seafood dishes that I love, and the best part is that seafood is so beneficial for my lung health. On many occasions, I’ve discussed how eating a high-fat, moderate protein and low-carb diet can benefit people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...
Aug 14, 2019
You may have heard that smoothies can be good for you, but chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients may not believe this is true for them. Hi, I’m Russell Winwood the COPD Athlete, and today, I’d like to let my fellow COPD patients know about 3 benefits...
Jul 26, 2019
Russell Winwood, here, and for those of you who don’t know me, I’m the man people refer to as the COPD athlete. As a native of Australia, I’ve spent my fair share of time at the beach, and I still enjoy a good beach day now that I have chronic obstructive pulmonary...
Jul 18, 2019
Hello there, my Northern Hemisphere friends. It’s Russell Winwood the COPD athlete, and I want to talk about some hot weather tips. Even though it’s currently winter in Australia where I live, there are many chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients for...
Jun 30, 2019
Russell Winwood, the COPD athlete here, and today I want to talk about one of my favorite activities: swimming. After my chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) diagnosis, I made many changes in my life, and I gradually increased my activity levels until I was...
Jun 15, 2019
Hello, everyone. My name is Russell Winwood, and I’m a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient. You may know me as the COPD athlete. I’m also a father, and I can tell you that nothing makes me happier than spending time with my sons on Father’s Day....
May 30, 2019
Russell Winwood, the COPD athlete, here. Today, I want to talk about some of the benefits cycling offers patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). I have a lot of experience with cycling personally because it’s a major component of the Ironman...
May 18, 2019
Hi, there. Russell Winwood, the COPD Athlete here, again. Today, I want to talk to you about oxygen levels. As a person living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), I’m always on the lookout for information that can help me keep my oxygen levels high....
Mar 22, 2019
Hello, readers! It’s Russell Winwood here, and today, I want to talk about vegetables. If you’re anything like me, eating your vegetables may take you back to family dinners where your mom or dad made you sit at the table until you ate that broccoli. However, if you...
