Many people assume that working out in their basement is completely harmless. However, there may be a deadly gas lurking in the air and threatening your safety. Today, the radon experts from Archway Home Inspections in Cincinnati, OH, will explain everything you need to know about this invisible threat.

While radon—a cancer-causing, radioactive gas—can’t be seen by humans, it can be detected by a radon inspection. It rises from the soil around a home’s foundation and infiltrates rooms that are low to the ground with little ventilation. Which means—yep, your basement.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s estimates, about 20,000 people per year die from radon poisoning. This silent killer is similar to carbon monoxide gas in that it exhibits few warning signs while striking—but it's even more deadly. After tobacco use, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the nation.

While simply hanging out in a radon-affected area can pose a health concern, exercising presents an even greater risk. All that deep, labored breathing from jogging on the treadmill or lifting weights may be serving your heart and muscles, but it could also be taking a toll on your lung health.

This health risk climbs even higher when you’re doing crunches, push-ups, or any exercise low to the ground. To ensure your safety while you exercise in the basement, it’s imperative you receive regular radon inspections. If you start exhibiting any symptoms of radon poisoning such as chest pains or a persistent cough, seek immediate medical help and schedule an emergency radon inspection before returning home.

To protect your friends, family and pets, seek the expertise of one of Cincinnati’s top radon mitigation companies. Schedule a radon inspection with Archway Home Inspections by calling (513) 871-1473 today. For more information about radon testing and other services, visit the company’s website.