As an athlete with asthma, I know firsthand how debilitating an attack can be. As a coach, working with athletes who are dealing with asthma is another challenge. The good news is that It can be controlled to allow athletes to stay in the game. The National Institutes for Health provide great information on how coaches can assist their athletes deal with asthma.
If you are interested in learning more about how to coach athletes with asthma, please check out our December 2012 Coaching Resource of the Month for a free online course for coaches regarding asthma.