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EPISODE · Jul 2, 2025 · 10 MIN

3034: Are You Breathing Correctly During Training by Eric Leija on Mastering Your Breath to Improve Endurance and Strength

from Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition · host Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. 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." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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