Peter Vanderkaay, World-Class Swimmer With Asthma

“Having an understanding of
what asthma control means
for you is important.”

People with asthma shouldn’t play sports.

World-class swimmer Peter Vanderkaay doesn’t just play sports, he excels in them. He’s living proof that asthma doesn’t have to stop you from working to achieve your goals. By partnering with his doctor, the 2 of them have been able to work as a team to help keep his asthma under control.

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Peter’s story

Peter Vanderkaay was first diagnosed with asthma around the age of 10. But that didn’t stop his parents or his coaches from encouraging Peter to stay in the pool and follow his dreams.

In 2004, Peter’s dreams came true in Athens, Greece. As a member of the men’s 4 x 200m relay team, Peter understands how far teamwork can take you. The same is true when it comes to controlling his asthma.

“When I first started swimming at a high level, I realized that a lot of athletes have asthma and it’s something they deal with on a day-to-day basis. I had the support of my coach and my doctors, and I think that made a big difference.”

Keep up with Peter’s quest for success with these training updates.

“Asthma is a disease that is different for each person.”
	Listen to Peter talk about his unique experiences with asthma.*
	Learn how asthma can affect you as an individual.
“Talking to your doctor about asthma control is key to managing your asthma.”
	Listen to Peter’s thoughts on managing his asthma with his doctor.*
	Discover how partnering with your doctor can make a difference.
“I always had great support from family, friends, and coaches to keep me motivated.”
	Listen to how a team approach helps Peter stay focused on his goals.*
	Find out how to manage your child’s asthma as a team.

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“Having an understanding of what asthma control means for you is important.”

Peter’s story

“Asthma is a disease that is different for each person.”

“Talking to your doctor about asthma control is key to managing your asthma.”

“I always had great support from family, friends, and coaches to keep me motivated.”

“Having an understanding of
what asthma control means
for you is important.”