Yes, it matters, especially if you're an athlete trying to win a race. The method and manner in which you breathe can influence a big win, or a disappointing loss. In my treadmill classes we talk a lot about effective breathing techniques. I found this awesome article from "Runner's world" magazine that offers effective breathing exercises and techniques. And how should we be breathing exactly? First of all, most of us have been conditioned to chest breathe, not belly breathe.
Basically, "every time you breathe in, your belly should fill up like a balloon.... And every time you breathe out, that balloon should deflate. When you chest breathe, your shoulders get tense and move up and down. That's wasted energy-energy you should conserve for running." Question answered? Yep, getting air "belly-up" is the best way!
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