Athlete with Asthma Show

The Best Part of My Bachelor Party Wasn’t Drinking

►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] What if your bachelor party became the weekend your friends talked about for years, without making alcohol the main event? Most people picture bachelor parties as bar crawls, clubs, and late nights. I wanted something different. In this episode, I share how my 10 closest friends and I built a memorable bachelor party around connection, self-care, great food, games, movement, and meaningful time together. Instead of chasing chaos, we focused on experiences that actually brought us closer. From hot springs, saunas, and cold plunges in Glenwood Springs to healthy home-cooked meals, board games, D&D, watching sports together, and a group hike, this weekend proved you don't need excessive drinking to create unforgettable memories. Whether you're planning your own bachelor party, organizing a boys' trip, or simply looking for healthier ways to spend time with friends, these five ideas can help you create a weekend that strengthens friendships and leaves everyone feeling better than when they arrived. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why self-care should be the foundation of any boys' weekend * How to choose the right destination and accommodations * Simple food strategies for feeding a large group * Why games create deeper connections than nightlife * How exercise and shared experiences make memories that last If this episode inspired you, like, subscribe, and share it with someone planning a bachelor party or boys' trip. You might just change how your group celebrates forever. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Athlete With Asthma show 00:44 Why bachelor parties need a rethink 01:36 Choosing a self-care destination 02:37 Hot springs, cold plunge, and sauna experience 04:25 Creating the perfect Airbnb setup 05:13 Keeping group meals simple and healthy 06:25 Games that build stronger friendships 07:44 Sports, flexibility, and shared moments 09:04 Group hike and moving together 09:59 Why connection beats chaos 11:00 Final thoughts and an invitation to join Athlete With Asthma healthy living guide 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 [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 [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 [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] Learn more and get free resources at: https://www.athletewithasthma.com [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.

The Sober Hangover: The Hangover You Don’t Know You Have

►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] What if the worst part of drinking isn't the headache... but everything that comes after? Most people think a hangover ends when the nausea and headache disappear. But what if the real hangover lasts for days? Brain fog. Low energy. Poor focus. Bad mood. Lack of motivation. This is what many people discover after taking an extended break from alcohol, and it's something I call the sober hangover. In this episode, I share what happened after taking 10 months off from drinking, why I noticed an immediate drop in my mental performance after drinking again, and why even moderate alcohol consumption may be keeping you below your true potential. You'll discover: * Why the effects of alcohol last much longer than you think * The truth about alcohol tolerance and hangovers * How 90 days or more without alcohol can reset your baseline * Why your brain, mood, energy, and sleep improve without drinking * How quitting alcohol can help you feel younger and save thousands of dollars If you've ever wondered what life would feel like without alcohol, this video may inspire you to take the challenge. Start with 30 days. Then 60. Then 90. You might be surprised by the version of yourself waiting on the other side. Ready to take your health even further? Download my Healthy Living Guide and start building the three pillars of healthy living today. Chapters: I've optimized the podcast chapters to improve SEO, increase clickability, and better reflect the value of each section while keeping them concise and easy to scan. 00:00 Welcome to Athlete With Asthma show 02:08 Why alcohol tolerance is a myth 02:44 Your new baseline without alcohol 04:02 How sobriety boosts brain power 05:17 Better mood and balanced blood sugar 06:13 More energy and better sleep 07:19 A younger body and better longevity 07:54 How quitting alcohol saves you money 08:44 Your 30, 60, and 90-day challenge 09:21 Final thoughts and an invitation to join Athlete With Asthma healthy living guide 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.

Why I Exercise Every Day - And You Should Too

►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] Are rest days actually helping you... or are they quietly holding you back? Before you come for me in the comments, I’m not saying you should run marathons or crush intense workouts every day. What I am saying is this: daily movement might be one of the most powerful habits you can build for your health, longevity, mental well-being, and performance. In this episode, I share why I move my body every single day, how consistent exercise has transformed my life, and why I believe many people use rest days as an excuse to stop moving altogether. You'll learn: * How regular exercise can improve longevity and reduce all-cause mortality * Why daily movement boosts mood and mental health * How staying active makes everyday life easier * The unexpected benefit of always being ready for physical challenges * Why consistent movement helps me manage my asthma as an athlete with asthma Whether your movement is running, walking, gardening, hiking, playing sports, or simply getting outside for a few minutes, the goal is the same: keep moving. Movement doesn't have to be extreme. It just has to be consistent. 🔗 Resources I Mentioned in This Video: * Outlive (book by Peter Attia MD) - https://amzn.to/42g7vZW [https://amzn.to/42g7vZW] Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Athlete With Asthma show 00:44 Why I think rest days are overrated 01:04 The science of daily movement and longevity 02:47 How exercise improves mood and mental health 04:15 Why staying active makes everyday life easier 05:29 Always ready for the next physical challenge 06:45 How daily movement helps me manage asthma 07:54 The three pillars of healthy living 08:18 Final thoughts and an invitation to join Athlete With Asthma healthy living guide 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 [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 [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 [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] Learn more and get free resources at: https://www.athletewithasthma.com [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.

I Ran a Marathon Without Training - Here’s What Happened

►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] Can you run a marathon without marathon training? A week before this challenge, a friend asked me to join him for a 26.2-mile run. I hadn't trained specifically for a marathon in over a year, yet I showed up and finished in 5 hours without injury. In this episode, I break down exactly how it happened, what the recovery looked like, and the fitness principles that made it possible. This is not a recommendation to skip marathon training. If you've never run a marathon before, proper preparation is still the safest and smartest path. But if you already have a strong fitness foundation and want to understand how lifestyle, HIIT, strength work, tennis, walking, and consistent movement can build surprising endurance, this episode is for you. You'll learn: * Why daily movement creates a powerful fitness base * How a moderate running volume kept me marathon-ready * The role HIIT played in developing endurance with fewer miles * Why strength training and HYROX-style workouts helped * How time on your feet may matter more than you think * What marathon recovery looked like after the run If you've ever wondered whether there's an alternative path to marathon readiness, this video will give you a different perspective on endurance training and long-term fitness. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Athlete With Asthma show 01:18 A warning before you try this 02:05 My marathon results and running history 03:44 Why running with a friend changed everything 04:44 Recovery: what happened after 26.2 miles? 05:44 How I pulled it off 07:26 The daily fitness habit that prepared me 09:00 My running base explained 10:41 The HIIT strategy that made the difference 11:16 Heart rate zones and marathon fitness 13:09 HYROX, strength work, and cross-training 14:44 The real lesson from this marathon 15:44 Final thoughts and an invitation to join Athlete With Asthma healthy living guide 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 [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 [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 [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] Learn more and get free resources at: https://www.athletewithasthma.com [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.

Can You Do HYROX With Asthma (Here’s The Truth)

►► Download FREE Guide → How I lost 2 lbs a week as an athlete with asthma: https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] Can you do HYROX with asthma? As an athlete with asthma preparing for my first HYROX race, this is the exact question I asked myself. In this episode, I break down what HYROX actually is, why it can feel especially intimidating when you have asthma, and the strategies I use to manage my breathing, heart rate, and energy during high-intensity training. We dive into heart rate zones, aerobic vs. anaerobic training, loud audible exhales, transition pacing, and how to stay in control of your breathing during a race that pushes your lungs and body to the limit. I also share lessons from my first HYROX simulation, including the pacing strategy that helped my partner and me finish in under 59 minutes, plus why I believe athletes with asthma absolutely can succeed in HYROX with the right preparation and awareness. Whether you're training for your first HYROX, exploring hybrid fitness racing, or simply trying to improve your endurance with asthma, this episode will help you approach high-intensity training with more confidence and control. In this episode: * What HYROX is and why it’s so demanding * Why asthma makes high-intensity racing harder * How heart rate zones affect your breathing and endurance * The breathing technique that helps me stay in control * Why transitions can make or break your race * How to approach HYROX as a beginner with asthma * The strategy I used during my HYROX simulation If you’ve ever wondered whether asthma limits what you can achieve athletically, this episode is for you. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Athlete With Asthma show 01:00 Can you do HYROX with asthma? 01:47 Growing up as an athlete with asthma 02:59 Why HYROX is long-duration HIIT 03:55 Why asthma makes HYROX harder 04:04 Heart rate zones explained simply 05:37 The zones you race in during HYROX 08:05 Why breathing rhythm breaks down 09:32 Tools to control your breathing 10:13 The power of loud audible exhales 12:12 My transition pacing strategy 15:15 Why beginners should train with a partner or relay 15:54 My HYROX simulation results and strategy 17:20 Final thoughts and an invitation to join Athlete With Asthma healthy living guide 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 [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 [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 [https://www.athletewithasthma.com/healthy-living-guide] Learn more and get free resources at: https://www.athletewithasthma.com [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.