Proper breathing during exercise plays a vital role in supplying oxygen to the body and expelling carbon dioxide.
Here are some guidelines on how to breathe properly during exercise:
Natural Breathing:
- Breathe naturally and avoid overemphasis or exaggeration in breathing.
- Try to breathe air comfortably and regularly.
Coordinate Breathing with Movement:
- Coordinate your breathing with body movements during exercises. For example, in strength exercises, breathe during exertion
(when lifting weights) and inhale during the return to the starting position.
Deep Breathing:
- Work on deep breathing, involving inhalation through the nose and exhalation through the mouth.
- Try to use your lung capacity fully to enhance oxygen flow.
Breathing with Load:
- In heavy exercises, exhale during the descent (negative part of the movement) and inhale during the ascent (positive part of the
movement).
Aerial Breathing:
- Aim for aerial breathing, meaning that exhalation is stronger than inhalation, especially during intense exercises.
Abdominal Breathing:
- Try to breathe using the abdomen rather than the chest. This promotes better airflow.
Continuous Breathing:
- Maintain continuous breathing even during rest periods between exercises.
- Proper breathing contributes to improving exercise performance and providing the necessary energy to the body.
