+ 4 BREATHE STUPID! BREATHE!
Ok... so I've been "back" for about 3 wks and getting back into rhythm has SUCKED!
- Diet - Not as good as it could be but not terrible
- Rest - Horrible but getting better (fighting with internal clock)
- Training - A struggle, sporadic at best
3(a) Gear - On Cruise so I have no misconceptions of abilities
Even given these factors I could tell there was still something "not right"...
So after last weeks completely uninspiring attempt to get back "to it" I self banned myself from the gym because I don't even deserve to be there! No I didn't give up, I replaced the gym with the park around the corner. There is a track and a circuit course there. Yesterday I went through some cardio and circuit routines to feel it out and BAM! I found the problem - I FORGOT HOW TO BREATHE!
Now to some of the newer guys I am sure I sound like a total moron but I know there are the brothers (and sisters) that know what I mean.
So this morning I went through quite a few low intensity routines, kept movements slow and deliberate and matched my breathing to the movememts and BAM! best workout I've had in weeks. My stomach muscles actually hurt from "breathing".
I will spend the next two weeks at the park relearning how to breathe and then I am sure it will be MONSTERTIME!!
The Devil is in the Details my friends... The Devil is in the Details :))
- Bookmark
- 4
- 0
AnonI forget to breathe just sitting here at work :( HELP!!
breathing correctly is a basic concept that one rarely talks about .. maybe because it is an automatic thing for most people, however, for those of us who have asthma, breathing is something we think about given that there are times when we can't. You might also want to consider taking up yoga as it will help train you to breathe as well as assist with flexibility.... Which is another thing we don't discuss here much but will add considerable momentum to your ability to grow .
western yoga (like most things brought form the east) has been westernized. The breathing tecniques have been modified to fit our culture. For many of us to "truly breathe" can cause serious harm if not properly trained (crazy,I know?!!)
western everything has been modified adapted and twisted to be made easier for our "culture" not crazy at all and very true
.. Yoga, and knowing how to breathe kept me from serious pain during pregnancy and labor. To do something half assed is not in my nature o-O
Being able to control pain with breathing has to be one of the most advanced forms of mind, body and spirit in my opinion. Most think that it can't be done, however if you learn how to channel your air way properly and use that energy to take your mind to a deep meditation you can over come pain... you are a bad women.. but you know that.. I've told you at least twice today..
BigBmajA really quick illustration of this can be shown in the midst of a panic attack or severe anxiety. Controlled breathing so clearly helps but almost no one uses it. If I'm in a frenzy I can talk myself down with 5 minutes of very conscious breath. But its almost like pain wants to be around, it has a life of its own. I say that because after you have fallen into a calmer state - if you step away for even a second you will find yourself right back into the panicked state. I think the ability to actually control pain is too much for some people to handle because that would mean that THEY are responsible for THEMSELVES. They aren't just some victim to the whole thing.
That's a perfect example and you are correct. I've had two panic attacks both I was able to calm myself and I knew what was going on and why.. (No meds needed). Others I've known have the same type of attack and just could not see how I was able to do that.. Now, my ex sister in law I could talk to her.. explain step by step what she needed to do to calm herself and reach a stable pattern.. but she could not do it alone. I do believe that those persons are just not as in touch with themselves as we are. You've got to know your body, trust your instincts and know that you have this under control. Most do not have that much faith in themselves to do it.
If you are referring to Pranayama, then you are correct if not done correctly you can cause harm. Having the ability to control and lengthen the breathing to transfer it to an energy isn't easy and normally isn't taught until you reach an advance stage.*
Me loves an edu-ma-cated woman ;)
The short shallow breaths the avg human has indoctrinated to does have an overall effect on well being :(
Yoga became my pathway to overcoming having Lupus some years back.. I was told I didn't need to be in the gym and I was taking a lot of steroids (ya go figure LOL) so I was putting on a ton of weight.. I started doing yoga and it wasn't long before I realized that it's not just about the movement.. You can control so much of your body just with the air you are taking in.. also you can achieve a deep meditation which to be can benefit the mind and the body. Long story short.. I lost over 20lbs.. doing just yoga and breathing exercises.
BigBmajPeople who breathe properly are rare. We all do it, but most do it poorly.
Hey hollywood! gotta question for you. I also have a couple parks close by with paved tracks, trails and whatnot. You mind giving me some examples of your circuit course work? slacking on cardio lately and looking to implement something new and different.
FR sent
accepted
BigBmajMy whole outlook is matched by my relationship to breath. When breathing is correct, everything else seems to follow. I've been spending my mornings with the following routine.
Lying in bed thinking to myself. This is what I'm working on today - Relationships, Keep ego in check, Patience, and always remember to Breathe. I will just sort of meditate on those aspects while breathing deeply. This morning I was rushed and didn't have time so I turned my alarm off and decided to breathe. I went into work 2 hours late but I stayed with my new approach.
I also noticed that matching my breathing to what's about to happen works better than all of a sudden finding myself reaching for breath to make up for it. So if I'm doing cardio or yoga I breathe deep and fully from the beginning rather than waiting until I need the o2.
I've totally forgotten to breathe during sex before... oh wait... nevermind..
I've had this happen to me a few times to tell the truth I was so focused on the movement and the muscle that I wasn't paying attention to the fact that air wasn't coming out of my nose or mouth.. now I make sure that I start with my breathing first.. before anything I get into a pattern that I will keep until all the reps are done.. Good job on catching it before you passed the hell out!
tread-mUmmmmm...I told you that in the porn you were sending me H!
It was all out of stride breathing wrong not using proper push and pull technique. I know I know you got it done but it wasn't pretty like the old days! Btw...I said "You Stretch not stretch her!" never pull the ears bro thats just rude, hair good ears rude say it with me! That poor woman!
Serious note....very good points and having spent time in the fight game between ring and running for what seems days you learn quick. You can be in the best cardiovascular shape of your life and get to round 2 and doing everything in your power to find air huffin like a 90 year old smoker. Proper breathing is a point almost never touched on here...nice!
Anonthis is the second Tread sighting in 2 days... the woman finally loosen up that chain a bit ;)
What the F....... he calls in and dont say hi to his padna lol
RE- breathing... yeah i fall over a lot when i forget to breathe its an important thing that we all really need to do a lot or we die.i think
Air is like sex, it's only important if you're not getting any. hehehe
tread-mI haTe when that happens! Lol what's up brother main miss you! Hell you have my email, snail mail, home addy, phone number, satelite phone, porn office skype number, my hit man's phone, my gear dealers phone and even know how to get me with my pink....hit a nooka up! Lol
Ahhhhh! bringing ppl together is what Hllwd is all about
Are you trying to take credit for bringing these two together?? They've been hung up like dogs since Viking had a 70's bush and T was just starting to experiment with..... Well never mind I promised to keep that quite.
tread-mNo truer statement ever spoke!
RustyhookerBack to the basics fixes most things in question. Good job!
Breathing, Cardio Health and V02 Max - get them to perform - and you will be there!
So easy to forget our cardio health in the quest for muscle!
Great post! Proper breathing is key to many, if not most athletic endeavors. I competed in many sports and proper breathing techniques were literately the difference between winning and losing. Starting slow and matching your breathing to your workout, then ramping things up at a natural pace is perfect advice. Thanks for bringing this up and sharing your experience with breathing. It has inspired me again to make sure I'm breathing properly when I am working out. I hope others can learn from it! I certainly have.