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Originally Posted by Daktari
A great deal sadly. I can't do anything at speed anymore. Struggle on inclines; real hills are too much of a challenge generally. A lifetime ago I rode in the Lake District (mountainous) and surrounding hilly areas every day.
I can cycle more easily than I can walk because upon getting breathless whilst cycling the bike carries on coasting whilst I stop pedalling. Getting breathless walking means stopping to get m'breath back.
And all because I smoked cigarettes. .gif "Say What?")
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I suppose that even though we can strengthen our lungs through exercise, there is a maximum output where it just can't get any better. Is this the correct thinking to use when discussing lung capacity? Are you at your max, do you know?