nasal allergies. The thought of trying to jog with nasal allergy symptoms can make even the most determined athlete want to throw in the towel. “Some of my clients have nasal allergies and it’s common for them which retain dust mites. Workout mats made of foam and porous rubber are a mold breeding ground. Cover your mat with a towel before exercising or stretching. From the Inside Out If you are a fitness enthusiast with nasal allergy symptoms, and can’t resist the call of the outdoors, a high pollen count doesn’t have to steer you off track. Incor- nasal allergy symptomsare acting up,’ said Kathy Kaehler, celebrity fitness expert and personal trainer who has worked with stars such as Jennifer Aniston and Cindy Crawford. “I tell my clients there are easy andeffective ways to help prevent most nasal allergy symptoms from ruining a good workout.” The Great Indoors Whether you prefer to work out at home or at the gym, there are simple ways to help reduce exposure to indoor allergens that can cause nasal allergy symptoms year round. Exercise equipment in the home should be set up in places other than the garage and base- to help reduce your exposure to outdoortriggers. When heading out for a run, try jogging along a sandy beach, which has less pollen than a grassy path or tree-lined street. “Avoid touching your face with your hands or shirt sleeve, which may have collected pollen—instead use a separate towel that you keep inside your gym bag or hip pack,” said Kaehler. “And after you'refinished, take shoes and outer layers of clothing off outside to limit the amountof pollen you bring indoors. Pollen can collect on clothes, especially if you spent time stretching In a grassy area.” Dry, breezy days may seem allergens such as mold can thrive. Choose a room with a minimal amount of upholstery, such as carpets and curtains, weather conditions also can cause high pollen counts, which can meantrouble for nasal allergy sufferers. Instead of meeting your (NAPSA)—Getting motivated to exercise isn’t always easy— especially if you are one of the 37 million Americans who suffer from to cancel appointments when their ment, where symptom-causing porate elements into your routine ideal for a tennis match, but these doubles partner bright and early, consider an afternoon or twilight match, because pollen counts are highest from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. Before your next outdoor workout, visit www.nasal-allergies.com to check the local allergy forecast. Treating Your Nasal Allergy Symptoms Even for the most cautious athlete, it’s impossible to avoid allergens completely. Kaehler recommends visiting a doctor, who can prescribe an appropriate treatment, if you continue to experi- ence nasal allergy symptoms. “If a patient is complaining of nasal allergy symptoms, I'd suggest a prescription inhaled nasal steroid,” said Dr. Matthew Clarke, a board-certified family and occupational medicine physiclan in private practice in New York City. Inhaled nasal steroids, which are available for adults and chil- dren, include NASONEX (mo- metasone furoate monohydrate) Nasal Spray, 50 mcg (calculated on the anhydrousbasis). “With a few simple tips and a visit to a doctor, it can be easy to control nasal allergy symptoms and prevent them from interfering with your fitness goals,” said Kaehler. NASONEX? is a prescription nasal allergy spray approvedto treat seasonal and perennial nasal allergy symptoms in adults and children 2 years of age and older. Taken just once a day, NASONEXhelps relieve nasal allergy symptoms. These symptoms are congestion, sneezing and an itchy, runny nose. Maximum treatmenteffect is generally reached after 1 to 2 weeks. NASONEX? is thefirst and only once-daily prescription inhaled nasal steroid approved to help prevent most seasonal nasal allergy symptoms in adults and children 12 years of age and older when NASONEX? is started 2 to 4 weeks before allergy season. Side effects were generally mild and included headache, viral infection, sore throat, nosebleeds and coughing. Visit http: //www.NASONEX.com for more information on treating and preventing seasonal nasalallergies. For additional important safety information, full prescribing information is available at: http: //www.spfiles.com /pinasonex.pdf.
