Conscious Breathing Strategies in Strength Training and Recovery
It’s shocking to think that we may not have a grasp of the most functions of our body. Something like breathing may seem automatic but
A Primer on Diaphragmatic Breathing
The most important element of life is the breath; however, most of us pay little or no attention to the way in which we breathe.
Bracing, Breathing, and Belts – A Lifter’s Guide
The use of belts is a topic that is much considered, much debated, and sometimes contradictory – and that’s just me. I have a lot
Does Nasal Restriction Really Improve Performance?
In many sports, especially combat sports, the use of restricted breathing in various forms, has become quite popular. In a recent study in the Journal
How to Breathe for Efficiency, Longevity, and Stress Relief
How has your breathing been today? If you don’t know, then it is likely the quality of your breath has been poor. Few of us
Back to Basics: 11 Articles and Videos on Breathing Better
Breathing. We do it all day, every day. So what’s there to learn? As it turns out, the answer is rather a lot. Becoming better
The Neglected Training Mojo: Breath
Our breath is our primary nutrition. We can go without food for somewhere in the range of twenty to forty days, and we can go
Using Hyperventilation to Improve Cardiovascular Performance
Dropping pH values in the body have long been associated with reduced performance. There are many reasons that a more acidic environment can have this
How and Why to Train Your Lungs
Working the respiratory muscles has long been a goal in fitness culture. It’s not something you’ll see a machine for in the gym, not even
Metabolic Breathing Ladders: Training in a State of Controlled Panic
For the majority of us, breathing is one of those qualities that we loftily take for granted. We depend on inhaling thousands of breaths a
The Vital Role of the Kiai, Grunt, and Otherwise Noisy Exhale
If you’re around my age, you might remember the old Saturday Night live skit, “At Home with Monica Seles.” In the skit, much fun was
Respiratory Muscle Training Improves Performance
Athletes are constantly searching for new ideas or training methods to help them gain an edge over their competition. Respiratory muscle training (RMT) falls into
