What exercises are good for people with asthma?

I really want to get into shape, but it seems that all the cardio work outs that I have tried bring on an asthma attack. I use my inhaler before the exercise, but I still experience symptoms after running, jumping, and swimming. Any suggestions?

The best kind of doctor you can ask about that would be a sports medicine doctor. That's their field and deal with people like you every day. 20% of the athletes in Beijing were asthmatics.So get the best advice you can. Check with your primary care physician first. He/she might be able to help you or refer you to the sports medicine doc or a pulmonologist.
Sorry, just thought of this. How are you using your inhaler? You should take two puffs 5 minutes apart. And then wait 15 minutes before starting.
God bless.

Are you taking medicine to control your asthma? I was on advair for a long time, and hardly ever had to use my rescue inhaler. Use your inhaler least 15 minutes before you exercise. I walk for exercise, I use my inhaler about 30 minutes before I walk. Then I have to poke around for about 30 minutes before I get up any speed. If I start walking fast right on, I get short of breath, and can't walk at all. I just wonder if you are like me. I believe that the reason I have to take my time is my lungs have to slowly adjust.

just start off slow and build your way up thats what my brother did.