Its all good for your lungs - some activities like swimming and jogging/running are better if you have limited time - for example, you need to bike for about 4 hours to get the same workout as running for an hour. The rhythmic breathing patterns of swimming can be especially good for CFers. But, if you're just getting started even walking for 30 minutes is better than sitting all day.
I do a mix of cardio and strength throughout the week. For cardio I like do a lot of biking, but also run 1-2 days a week. For strength I lift 2-3 days a week, focusing on different muscle groups - arms one day, chest/core another.
My number one recommendation is pick something you enjoy doing. Working out will be most effective, and easiest for you if it isn't viewed as a chore. If you absolutely hate running on a treadmill (like me), don't make yourself run on a treadmill... you won't be able to maintain your routine in the long term. I like biking a lot, so I bike a lot. I also like running outside, so I do that too. I am really bad at rowing machines, so I don't use those, and so on. Gyms are nice because they let you try a bunch of the different equipment/exercises before you drop the $$ on stuff for your home. They also give you the opportunity to workout in groups, which some people (not all), find makes working out easier.
Good luck, keep us posted!!
Chris
27 m w/cf
I do a mix of cardio and strength throughout the week. For cardio I like do a lot of biking, but also run 1-2 days a week. For strength I lift 2-3 days a week, focusing on different muscle groups - arms one day, chest/core another.
My number one recommendation is pick something you enjoy doing. Working out will be most effective, and easiest for you if it isn't viewed as a chore. If you absolutely hate running on a treadmill (like me), don't make yourself run on a treadmill... you won't be able to maintain your routine in the long term. I like biking a lot, so I bike a lot. I also like running outside, so I do that too. I am really bad at rowing machines, so I don't use those, and so on. Gyms are nice because they let you try a bunch of the different equipment/exercises before you drop the $$ on stuff for your home. They also give you the opportunity to workout in groups, which some people (not all), find makes working out easier.
Good luck, keep us posted!!
Chris
27 m w/cf