Does physical activity strengthen lungs and protect against asthma in childhood? A systematic review.
Raisa CassimShyamali C DharmageJennifer Julia KoplinElasma MilanziFlávia Marini ParoMelissa A RussellPublished in: Pediatric allergy and immunology : official publication of the European Society of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology (2019)
The evidence was highly inconsistent for the relationship between physical activity and asthma and lung function outcomes. Hence, we conclude that there is insufficient evidence to suggest that physical activity has a long-term effect on the risk of asthma development in youth. Furthermore, there is insufficient evidence to determine the longitudinal effects of physical activity on lung function in children.