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Episode 3034:

Eric Leija breaks down the critical role of proper breathing during training, not just for endurance, but for increasing power and avoiding fatigue. With actionable techniques like “exhale with exertion” and diaphragmatic breathing, he shows how mastering your breath can improve strength, protect against injury, and prevent lightheaded crashes mid-workout.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/are-you-breathing-correctly-during-training/

Quotes to ponder:

"A breath is a breath, no matter when you take it, but trust me when you start seriously working out, you’ll notice how breath can not only impact your oxygen levels but also your power output."

"A short way to remember this is 'Exhale With Exertion.'"

"Inhale deeply, focusing not on inhaling into your chest, but into your belly and the bottom of your lungs."

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