I did feel it in my legs this time. And I didn't need ventolin during the run at all - that's a very real hurdle got over, even if it is mostly psychological.
Actually I think I was too occupied thinking my legs were going to stop working to think about my inhaler. This is progress.
The running and breathing gets easier as time goes on for all runners and asthmatics, I have found the secret is just not to get too out of breath. Its hard sometimes when going up hills but don't put off using your inhaler if you feel you need it as it could get a lot worse and lead to big problems. Listen to your body. Your doing well, there are loads of asthmatics on here and I'm sure there are some more helpful tips that will be posted. All the best for the rest of the programme.
Ah ha, didn't I say it was around W4 that I felt my breathing improved? Firstly, your lungs will be getting stronger, secondly, you will notice that as the runs get a little bit longer, you will find a pace which allows you to settle into it better - so less strain on those lungs anyway... And thirdly, as you've noted - legs occupy your mind a little more! 
Keep your inhaler handy in case you get caught out, but I hope you'll find that as each week passes you will be using it bit less. I did try that yoga breathing exercise which was posted the other day ... felt a bit daft, but it really did seem to empty out the bottoms of my lungs completely - so one way or another, all these little tips should make your breathing for the rest of your programme more and more controllable. Here's wishing you loads more happy outings ... progress indeed - all the way to graduation and beyond! Take care, Linda 
Thanks, Oldgirl and Linda. R3 today - nice day for it as well.
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