Monday 3 May 2010

Tip for the week - breathing

Most of the time, I wouldn't think very much about breathing when
running. It's when I am tired that it starts to matter.

Try pushing out your breaths harder. This means that your lungs will
take in more air on the inwards breath automatically.

Do breathe through mouth and nose when feeling in need of oxygen - not
nose alone! And Cari has some great advice on trying to ensure that
you take the breath down to your diaphragm. Place your hands on your
kidneys and you should be able to move them with your breathing in.

I also find my breaths drive my running pace - it can be a fantastic
way of keeping going when you find this happening.

Gin

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