Alisa can tell the difference between being inactive and getting regular physical activity:

"I normally walk a mile or two a day. I had stopped doing so, and anything I did would make me tired. Since I began to exercise again and walk again on a daily basis, my lungs seem to be clearer and my breathing is less shallow.

"I have more energy to do the things that I have to do and I do not feel sluggish like I did when I would sit around and not exercise on a regular basis. Walking each day really makes a difference."

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