Respiratory Support Nelson

19/11/2025

18/11/2025

🌏 World COPD Day 2025 – “Short of Breath? Think COPD.”

🗓️ 19 November 2025

💛 This year’s World COPD Day reminds us that if you often feel short of breath, have a long-term cough, or get chest infections often - it’s worth having a chat with your doctor.

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is more common than many realise. With the right support, exercise, and early diagnosis, people living with COPD can enjoy a stronger, more active life. 🌿

At Respiratory Support Nelson, we’re all about helping you breathe easier through friendly classes, practical advice, and community connection.
Because when we understand our lungs, we can take better care of them- and each other. 💫

17/11/2025

💛 Tomorrow is World COPD Day!

We want to take a moment to say a huge thank you - to our amazing members, volunteers, funders, and community.
Your support helps hundreds of people across our region breathe better and live stronger every day. 🌿

At Respiratory Support Nelson, we offer friendly, supportive services throughout the week to help you look after your physical, mental, and social wellbeing. If we can help support you, please do not hesitate to contact us!

💬 And exciting news- a new Support Group is launching soon!

If you’d like to be kept in the loop, email us at respiratorynelson@xtra.co.nz
to join our communication list.

Together, we make every breath count. 💛

16/11/2025

🌻 “You can’t always control what happens, but you can control how you breathe through it.”

Take a slow, steady breath today- and know you’re doing amazing. 💛

🫁 Try this:
Place one hand on your belly and one on your chest.
👉 Breathe in slowly through your nose, feeling your belly rise.
👉 Exhale gently through pursed lips, letting your belly fall.

That’s diaphragmatic breathing- it helps your lungs work more efficiently and can calm your body and mind. 🌿

www.respitorynelson.co.nz

15/11/2025

🌬️ Lung Tip: Try pursed-lip breathing!

👉 Inhale slowly through your nose for 2 seconds
👉 Exhale gently through pursed lips for 4 seconds

This helps release trapped air and makes breathing easier.

Simple. Effective. Empowering. 💪

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

14/11/2025

👋 Meet our incredible team!

At Respiratory Support Nelson, we’re here to help you live well with your lung condition through friendly classes, support, and education.

💪 Deb, Donna, Erica, Sharon and Jacquie- run our Better Breathers/ and Pulmonary Rehab classes. They’re encouraging, knowledgeable, caring, and passionate about how movement can make breathing easier and life brighter.

🎶 Philippa leads our Sing Your Lungs Out classes - she’s not only a talented musical director, but a warm, welcoming bundle of energy, ready to help you warm up your lungs and your voice! Singing is fantastic for both your lung health and your wellbeing.

💬 John and Jess, along with the Board of Respiratory Support Nelson, are here to make sure you feel at home in our services and can access the right support, information, and resources. They advocate for better respiratory support across our region- and their office door is always open for a friendly chat.

Because with the right support, every breath feels a little easier. 💛

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

13/11/2025

🚶‍♀️ MOVE FOR YOUR LUNGS CHALLENGE!

Today’s challenge: Do 10 minutes of movement- walk, stretch, or join one of our classes!

Movement strengthens your breathing muscles and boosts your energy.

🫁 Tag us and share your movement moment!

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

12/11/2025

🚫 MYTH: COPD means you can’t exercise.
✅ FACT: Exercise is one of the best ways to manage COPD!

Our Better Breather classes are designed to build confidence, fitness, and fun - safely.

Come see how good it feels to move and connect. 🌿

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

11/11/2025

💛 Living with COPD is about celebrating progress- not perfection.

A short walk, a class, a deep breath- they all count.

👏 What’s one small thing you’ve done this week to support your lungs? Share it below!

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

10/11/2025

💨 Did you know?

COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease- an umbrella term for conditions like chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

While COPD can’t be cured, the good news is that the right exercise, breathing techniques, and community support can make a huge difference. 🌻

💪 Join one of our Better Breather or Sing Your Lungs Out classes to start feeling the benefits!

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

09/11/2025

At Respiratory Support Nelson, we’re celebrating every breath and everyone living well with lung conditions.

Join us over the next 10 days as we share tips, challenges, and inspiration to help you breathe easier.

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

👉 Tag a friend and follow along- because we’re better when we breathe together!

30/10/2025

🏃‍♀️ Every Step Counts! 🏃‍♂️

Did you know that regular movement can help improve your lung function and make breathing feel easier? 💨 Exercise strengthens the muscles you use to breathe, boosts your energy, and supports overall wellbeing- especially for those living with a respiratory condition.

At Respiratory Support Nelson, our Better Breather Exercise Classes are a safe, supportive, and social way to get moving at your own pace. Whether it’s stretching, cycling, or low impact strength work- every step truly makes a difference. 🌿

✨ Join us and take that next step toward better breathing and stronger living.
Because every move matters - and so do you. 💛

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz