Why Breathing is Important during Weight Training
In this blog post I want to go over the benefits of breathing during weight-bearing exercises/movements. I’ve noticed that there are a fair number of members that ask me why breathing during a movement is important and want to take the time to break it down.
Why should you breathe:
•Ensures the body receives adequate oxygen to fuel the muscles
•Can help to ensure proper form
•Prevents dangerous blood pressure spikes
When to breathe:
•Inhale on the eccentric phase of the movement (ex. Going down on squat or bench press)
•Exhale throughout the concentric phase (ex. Pressing up on bench press or going up during squat)
Side effects of improper breathing:
•Fatigue
•Dizziness
•Muscle tension
