{"id":26967,"date":"2021-09-14T16:04:27","date_gmt":"2021-09-14T16:04:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=26967"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"breathing-during-exercise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/","title":{"rendered":"Breathing During Exercise: Why And How To Do It Properly"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#What_Happens_To_Your_Lungs_When_You_Exercise\" >What Happens To Your Lungs When You Exercise?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#What_Is_Proper_Breathing_During_Exercise_%E2%80%93_Diaphragmatic_Breathing\" >What Is Proper Breathing During Exercise? &#8211; Diaphragmatic Breathing\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Proper_Breathing_Techniques_During_Exercise\" >Proper Breathing Techniques During Exercise<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Controlled_Breathing_During_Strength_Training\" >Controlled Breathing During Strength Training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Consistent_Breathing_During_Aerobics\" >Consistent Breathing During Aerobics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Long_Inhales_And_Exhales_For_Yoga\" >Long Inhales And Exhales For Yoga<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Tips_For_Breathing_During_Exercise\" >Tips For Breathing During Exercise<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Take_The_Right_Posture\" >Take The Right Posture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Avoid_Holding_Your_Breath\" >Avoid Holding Your Breath<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Establish_A_Rhythm\" >Establish A Rhythm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Use_Your_Breathing_To_Assess_Your_Rate_Of_Perceived_Exertion\" >Use Your Breathing To Assess Your Rate Of Perceived Exertion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Breathe_Through_Nose_And_Mouth\" >Breathe Through Nose And Mouth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Always_Warm_Up_And_Cool_Down\" >Always Warm Up And Cool Down<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#What_To_Do_If_You_Have_Trouble_Breathing_During_Exercise\" >What To Do If You Have Trouble Breathing During Exercise<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#COPD\" >COPD<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Asthma\" >Asthma<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#Lung_Fibrosis\" >Lung Fibrosis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#When_To_Seek_Medical_Attention\" >When To Seek Medical Attention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breathing-during-exercise\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise can be difficult and tiring. Of course, if you&#8217;re aiming to accomplish a particular fitness level, pushing yourself just a little more each time is necessary. However, don&#8217;t forget about the other, smaller changes that may boost your workout performance and your results. Paying attention to your breathing is one of those little things that can have a significant impact.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-holding-your-breath\/\">Breathing<\/a> is something you are born knowing how to do and your body usually performs it on autopilot &#8211; but there&#8217;s more to it than that. There are various methods of breathing, which may be varied depending on a number of factors. When you consider the rate, quality, and control of your breathing in your training, you&#8217;ll be able to obtain better results.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_To_Your_Lungs_When_You_Exercise\"><\/span><strong>What Happens To Your Lungs When You Exercise?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During exercise, two of the important organs of the body come into action: The heart and the lungs. They pump blood throughout the body to help it perform all of its functions. Blood is needed to deliver oxygen and nutrients to your muscles, both of which are vital for keeping you strong, active, and alert. The more intense the exercise, the harder these organs have to work &#8211; which requires them to take in more oxygen-rich air through the breathing process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you inhale, air travels through your nose and mouth, down your windpipe and into the lungs, which are located in your chest. In your lungs, oxygen from this air moves through long rows of thin air sacs called alveoli. These alveoli have very small blood vessels, called capillaries. The exchange of gases between the air and the blood takes place at these capillaries (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health-topics\/how-lungs-work\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your bloodstream carries this oxygen-rich air throughout your body to meet your muscles&#8217; needs for activity. As you exhale, carbon dioxide &#8211; a waste product from metabolism &#8211; leaves your body through a similar route, out of the lower part of the lungs and up toward the nose where it can then be exhaled again into the open environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-benefits-of-exercise\/\">Exercise<\/a> increases respiratory system efficiency (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4818249\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When you inhale, your diaphragm contracts and moves downward, which is accompanied by a reduction in the space available in your chest cavity. This creates negative air pressure (sucking air in), and this flow of air passes through the atmosphere into your lungs. At rest, only about half a litre of air enters each breath; but when you exercise intensely, up to three litres can be taken in per breath.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/10-week-workout-plan\/\">The Ultimate 10-Week Workout Plan: Lose Weight And Get Shredded With These Simple Exercises<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32600 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"breathing during exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/6.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Proper_Breathing_During_Exercise_%E2%80%93_Diaphragmatic_Breathing\"><\/span><strong>What Is Proper Breathing During Exercise? &#8211; Diaphragmatic Breathing\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper breathing techniques during exercise may include diaphragmatic breathing, which is the way you are supposed to breathe on your own. It&#8217;s deeper and slower than normal chest breathing, which helps reduce stress levels by activating your parasympathetic nervous system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diaphragmatic breathing involves (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/articles\/9445-diaphragmatic-breathing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly breathing in through the nose<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Filling up your abdominal area with air<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly exhaling as the stomach collapses<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This breathing technique has several benefits, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/articles\/9445-diaphragmatic-breathing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core activation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delivering enough oxygen to muscles to prevent fatigue from setting in too early<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid stitches and cramping\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31608 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3887-1024x576.png\" alt=\"breathing during exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3887.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3887-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3887.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3887-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-3887.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Proper_Breathing_Techniques_During_Exercise\"><\/span><strong>Proper Breathing Techniques During Exercise<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right breathing technique varies depending on which <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/6-day-workout-routine-to-lose-weight\/\">exercise<\/a> you&#8217;re doing. Once you&#8217;ve mastered diaphragmatic breathing, you should choose an effective breathing pattern based on the type of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/20-days-abs-challenge\/\">exercise<\/a> you&#8217;re doing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Controlled_Breathing_During_Strength_Training\"><\/span><strong>Controlled Breathing During Strength Training<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common mistake made by people who lift weights is holding their breath. However, making a habit of holding your breath can cause your blood pressure to rise, possibly resulting in dizziness, nausea or even a heart attack (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22574634\/#:~:text=Available%20evidence%20indicates%20that%20deep,narcosis%2C%20decompression%20sickness%20and%20death.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, control your breathing with each movement. Experts advise that you breathe out during the concentric phase and breathe in during the eccentric phase of each movement. For example, when you\u2019re doing a bicep curl, the concentric portion is when you lift the weight toward your shoulder, and the eccentric portion is when you lower it back toward the ground.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re doing the squat, you should inhale just before you begin to lower down, and exhale as you extend your legs back to the starting position. In the case of a push-up, inhale, bend your elbows to lower your body down to the ground and exhale as you rise back up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A controlled breathing pattern while strength training is important because it engages your core. A tight core equals more stability and can power each movement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30790 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4156-1024x576.png\" alt=\"breathing during exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4156.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4156-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4156.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4156.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consistent_Breathing_During_Aerobics\"><\/span><strong>Consistent Breathing During Aerobics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re doing an aerobic exercise like jogging, running, or biking, it&#8217;s best to breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.udel.edu\/coe-engex\/2017\/04\/09\/breathe-in-breathe-out-breathing-during-exercise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). With running, for example, you could breathe out for three foot strikes, and in for another three foot strikes as a way to help control your strides.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When breathing in this pattern during cardio workouts, make sure to not let the breath become too shallow. Breathe deeply enough that your stomach rises slightly with each inhalation. Shallow breaths mean less oxygen intake &#8211; which means low energy levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, more consistent breathing brings more nitric oxide into your lungs which helps dilate the blood vessels and increases the oxygenated blood flow to the heart so that it will work more efficiently. It will also supply your muscles with enough oxygen to prevent fatigue and maintain a steady pace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long_Inhales_And_Exhales_For_Yoga\"><\/span><strong>Long Inhales And Exhales For Yoga<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To maintain muscle strength during yoga sessions, control both your breathing and movement. To build stamina for holding difficult poses, take deep, slow breaths that you hold for a few seconds before exhaling. Then, as you hold the pose for several minutes, inhale and exhale normally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note: If you&#8217;re just starting out with yoga or any other type of exercise, make sure to speak to your doctor first &#8211; especially if you have any respiratory issues like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31603 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3835-1024x576.png\" alt=\"breathing during exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3835.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3835-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3835.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3835-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-3835.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_Breathing_During_Exercise\"><\/span><strong>Tips For Breathing During Exercise<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tips to help you breathe more efficiently during <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/planks-for-abs\/\">exercise<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_The_Right_Posture\"><\/span><strong>Take The Right Posture<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The posture of your body during exercise is an important factor in how well you can breathe.\u00a0 If you slouch, your lungs have to work harder to expand your ribcage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6077663\/#:~:text=Although%20there%20are%20various%20studies,no%20prior%20deformity%20or%20disease.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Holding_Your_Breath\"><\/span><strong>Avoid Holding Your Breath<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When doing any strenuous physical activity, take deep breaths through your nose and exhale slowly to get the most out of every breath. Take advantage of your diaphragm muscle since it can pull air more deeply into your lungs than any other muscle in your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Establish_A_Rhythm\"><\/span><strong>Establish A Rhythm<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If breathing is difficult during exercise, try establishing a rhythm with long inhales and exhales as a way to stay focused on the task at hand rather than how tired you feel. This technique also helps develop better focus and can help you control pain levels as well as blood sugar levels if you suffer from diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> Meditation Breathing Techniques: A Must-Do In Stress Management<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32544 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-5-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"breathing during exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-5.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-5.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-5-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/6-5.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Your_Breathing_To_Assess_Your_Rate_Of_Perceived_Exertion\"><\/span><strong>Use Your Breathing To Assess Your Rate Of Perceived Exertion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s better to rate discomfort based on breathing patterns. If you feel your muscles burning during exercise, but are still able to breathe regularly through your nose and out of your mouth, then you&#8217;re probably at a level 4 out of 10 on the perceived exertion scale. But if you find yourself huffing and puffing even just after warming up or starting an easy routine, that&#8217;s a sign that you need to back off the intensity level so that you can catch your breath more easily.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breathe_Through_Nose_And_Mouth\"><\/span><strong>Breathe Through Nose And Mouth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to, breathe through your nose and mouth during workouts so that you can get the most oxygen possible (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.udel.edu\/coe-engex\/2017\/04\/09\/breathe-in-breathe-out-breathing-during-exercise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Your lungs are designed to take in more air than they can hold at once, but if they&#8217;re not able to do that, then consider switching breathing patterns. To find out which method is best for you, see what happens when you inhale through both options. If you feel lightheaded with too much airflow going into your nostrils, then switch to exhaling through your mouth instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Always_Warm_Up_And_Cool_Down\"><\/span><strong>Always Warm Up And Cool Down<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re just beginning a new workout routine, it&#8217;s important to take time in the beginning and after your session to warm up and cool down.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you work out, muscles are put under stress which often causes them to tighten up. If they remain contracted once you&#8217;ve wrapped things up for the day, then your body will have trouble eliminating waste products &#8211; which can lead to muscle soreness or even injury (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tricitymed.org\/2016\/12\/warming-cooling-important\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So always make sure that you get one last good stretch before you end your workout session. Then do the same thing about 20 minutes after exercising if possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\">Start using our app<\/a> and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33430 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921-1024x576.png\" alt=\"breathing during exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4921.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_To_Do_If_You_Have_Trouble_Breathing_During_Exercise\"><\/span><strong>What To Do If You Have Trouble Breathing During Exercise<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your lungs are healthy, you keep a large breathing reserve. You may feel out of breath after exercise, but you will not be short of breath. When you have reduced lung function, you may use a large part of your breathing reserve. This may make you feel out of breath, which can be an unpleasant feeling, but it is not generally dangerous.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it&#8217;s important to know the symptoms associated with lung problems so that you seek a diagnosis and tweak your workout plans to accommodate your condition. Some of the common lung conditions that may cause you to have trouble breathing during exercise include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"COPD\"><\/span><strong>COPD<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">COPD is a progressive lung disease caused by chronic inflammation and damage of the airways and lungs. It may also be referred to as emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD includes: Chronic bronchitis, Emphysema, and Bronchiectasis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaltrials.gov\/ct2\/show\/NCT00103922\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Asthma\"><\/span><strong>Asthma<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asthma is a long-term condition that causes your airways to become inflamed (swollen), which leads to increased mucus production in the lungs. As a result, it becomes difficult for you to breathe because your breathing tubes are partially blocked due to excess mucus and swollen tissues in your lungs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/asthma\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20369653#:~:text=Asthma%20is%20a%20condition%20in,asthma%20is%20a%20minor%20nuisance.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lung_Fibrosis\"><\/span><strong>Lung Fibrosis<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we age, our bodies produce more scar tissue. This scar tissue in the lungs (called pulmonary fibrosis) is associated with progressive shortness of breath and may be fatal if left untreated (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/10959-pulmonary-fibrosis#:~:text=Pulmonary%20fibrosis%20is%20a%20serious,and%20help%20preserve%20lung%20function.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30797 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4148-1024x576.png\" alt=\"breathing during exercise\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4148.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4148-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4148.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4148.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_To_Seek_Medical_Attention\"><\/span><strong>When To Seek Medical Attention<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re having trouble breathing during exercise, then pay your doctor a visit to evaluate your condition and get an accurate diagnosis so that you can continue exercising safely and effectively. Your doctor will test your lung function and check for signs of lung disease by conducting a series of tests such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spirometry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulse oximetry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diffusing capacity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airflow obstruction testing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbon monoxide diffusing capacity\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CT scans<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper breathing techniques are important, not only for performance but for your overall health as well. Doing controlled diaphragmatic breathing can also help calm your nervous system and reduce stress levels which is especially useful before exercising.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Breathing_During_Exercise\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<p><iframe title=\"Create Happines now\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xLxjdQ4DYdg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/asthma\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20369653#:~:text=Asthma%20is%20a%20condition%20in,asthma%20is%20a%20minor%20nuisance.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asthma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, mayoclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sites.udel.edu\/coe-engex\/2017\/04\/09\/breathe-in-breathe-out-breathing-during-exercise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe In, Breathe Out&#8230;Breathing during Exercise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2017, udel.edu)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/articles\/9445-diaphragmatic-breathing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diaphragmatic Breathing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, clevelandclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6077663\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects of Different Head-Neck Postures on the Respiratory Function in Healthy Males<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health-topics\/how-lungs-work\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How the Lungs Work<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22574634\/#:~:text=Available%20evidence%20indicates%20that%20deep,narcosis%2C%20decompression%20sickness%20and%20death.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impact of breath holding on cardiovascular respiratory and cerebrovascular health <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2012, nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/10959-pulmonary-fibrosis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pulmonary Fibrosis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2021, clevelandclinic.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clinicaltrials.gov\/ct2\/show\/NCT00103922\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study In Subjects With COPD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) (2016, clinicaltrials.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tricitymed.org\/2016\/12\/warming-cooling-important\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Warming Up and Cooling Down is Important<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (n.d., tricitymed.org)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4818249\/\">Your lungs and exercise<\/a> (2016, nih.gov)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exercise can be difficult and tiring. Of course, if you&#8217;re aiming to accomplish a particular fitness level, pushing yourself just a little more each time is necessary. However, don&#8217;t forget about the other, smaller changes that may boost your workout performance and your results. 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Of course, if you're aiming to accomplish a particular fitness level, pushing yourself just a little more each time is necessary. However, don't forget about the other, smaller changes that may boost your workout performance and your results. Paying attention to your breathing is one of those little things that can have a significant impact.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\"><a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-holding-your-breath\/\\\">Breathing<\/a> is something you are born knowing how to do and your body usually performs it on autopilot - but there's more to it than that. There are various methods of breathing, which may be varied depending on a number of factors. When you consider the rate, quality, and control of your breathing in your training, you'll be able to obtain better results.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong>What Happens To Your Lungs When You Exercise?<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">During exercise, two of the important organs of the body come into action: The heart and the lungs. They pump blood throughout the body to help it perform all of its functions. Blood is needed to deliver oxygen and nutrients to your muscles, both of which are vital for keeping you strong, active, and alert. The more intense the exercise, the harder these organs have to work - which requires them to take in more oxygen-rich air through the breathing process.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">When you inhale, air travels through your nose and mouth, down your windpipe and into the lungs, which are located in your chest. In your lungs, oxygen from this air moves through long rows of thin air sacs called alveoli. These alveoli have very small blood vessels, called capillaries. 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