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    Regular physical training significantly improves maximum oxygen uptake in individuals with asthma and is well-tolerated. People with stable asthma can safely engage in exercise without fear of symptom worsening, enhancing overall fitness.

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  • Training protocols required a minimum duration of 20 minutes, twice weekly, for at least four weeks.

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    • Twenty-one studies (772 participants) were analyzed; physical training was well-tolerated with no reported adverse effects or asthma symptom worsening.
    • Significant improvements were observed in maximum oxygen uptake (cardiopulmonary fitness) and heart rate.
    • No statistically significant effects were found on pulmonary function measures like FEV1 or FVC, but some evidence suggested benefits for health-related quality of life.

    Conclusions:

    • Physical training effectively improves cardiorespiratory fitness (maximum oxygen uptake) in people with asthma without negatively impacting pulmonary function.
    • Exercise interventions are safe and well-tolerated for individuals with stable asthma, supporting recommendations for regular physical activity.
    • Further research is needed to elucidate the mechanisms through which physical activity influences asthma management and patient outcomes.