I've was diagnosed with it from birth (1951), I've worn out my ankles playing hoops, do investigational med studies for asthma meds, scared new dr's there when I have to withhold all meds pre study cause my #'s are so low. So your asthma is like your bike, you didn't just jump on one & ride it. There are different meds & they work differently for different people. Not to mention different doses. They have to be adjusted to fit you. Also the obvious advise, follow the directions. & use that albuterol before you start to excersice (provided its been prescribed for you)