Boosting lung power in lockdown

Lisa M. Cannon, M.D., knows that in today's world, one that is struggling with the coronavirus, every little bit helps. From good governance and compliant citizens to efficient business tactics and the development of new and innovative technologies, humanity is indeed very capable of defeating the global health threat.
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As an extension of the service that she does as a pulmonary specialist, Lisa M. Cannon, M.D., has written and released a series of informative blogs on how people can cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.

For today's blog, Lisa M. Cannon, M.D. shares two more ways of boosting lung power for people who are still cooped up in their own homes.

Meditation

Maybe because of its lack of physical movements, meditation is one of the most overlooked health and fitness activities. Be that as it may, meditation has some of the greatest benefits of any activity known to man. For starters, it lowers down stress levels considerably and promotes mindfulness. Meditation also facilitates proper breathing techniques, which bodes extremely well for the heart and lungs.

Cardio

Skipping rope, jogging in place, jumping Jacks, and other similar aerobic exercises are amazing for many reasons. They burn calories and fat, help people lose weight, improve blood and oxygen circulation, and boost cardiovascular and respiratory health. Lisa M. Cannon, M.D., recommends stringing these activities together to build up both strength and endurance for even greater physical effects.

Accomplished physician Lisa M. Cannon, M.D. , graduated with a degree in medicine from New York Medical College and earned her fellowship in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine from the renowned Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Visit this website to read more about pulmonary health.

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