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Tips For Those With COPD And Gardening

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Sharon, MA

I've seen tips for doing housework, traveling etc. Does anyone have tips for doing gardening while living with moderate to severe COPD?

April 14, 2019
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

I do garden quite a bit. I get up early when it is generally cooler and work in the morning and evening. I sit on a caddy and it carries my supplies as well! And don’t forget to pace yourself!!!!! Happy gardening!!!!! πŸ₯°

April 22, 2019
A MyCOPDTeam Member

You might want to wear a mask because of the fungus that exists in soil and fertilizer. Many people with COPD like to garden, but it's wise to wear a mask to avoid inhaling stuff you really don't want.

April 15, 2019
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I do gardening. I do a little until the heavy breathing appears. I stop and relax until I can do it again. Good to have a small chair for a break. Bending and crouching is not easy for long periods. We have a lot of time, relax and go slow. I have trouble getting dressed in the morning!

April 24, 2019
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes as Ocean said...short bouts with rest and not when it's too hot out

April 14, 2019
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Newsgal not during the heat of the day. Short periods of work and rest..Balance them and do drink water. It may help to use a mask since
there is bacteria in dirt.

April 14, 2019

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