Breathing training
Breathing - The basis of vitality
With inhalation, fresh oxygen is taken into the lungs and transferred to the blood via the alveoli. The blood distributes the oxygen to all the cells and takes the waste products of the cells with it, in order to release them again at the lungs. Thus, all substances that the body no longer needs are exhaled. The main substance is carbon dioxide. Fittingly, plants "breathe" the other way around. Plants need carbon dioxide and excrete oxygen again. This is one of the reasons why it is particularly good for our lungs to go for a walk in nature and breathe deeply. The light exercise and relaxation factor of a walk in the woods should also not be underestimated. If you like, this can also be combined well with a more intense form of exercise such as jogging or mountain biking.
TRUEFIT recommends:
To complete an activity in nature at least 1 time per week.
In doing so, focus on breathing.
Perhaps you have also noticed that your breathing is strongly dependent on your mood or situation? When stress or anxiety dominate, breathing becomes faster and shallower. When you are relaxed, your breathing automatically becomes deeper (better known as abdominal breathing) and slower. Also, pay attention to your reaction when you have just been given a difficult task. How do you breathe then?
This shows us that breathing is strongly related to the autonomic nervous system. This unconscious nervous system influences breathing but also vice versa. It is exactly this interrelation that we can make use of by influencing our nervous system through breathing. Through regular, extended and calm breaths we can switch our system to "relaxation". At the same time, activated, forced, rapid breaths promote concentration and alertness. There are countless breathing exercises, learn to regulate yourself in a natural way. We are happy to help you with this.
TRUEFIT recommends:
Do a simple breathing exercise every day.
Especially when there are diseases or restrictions regarding breathing (asthma, COPD, long covid, etc.), breathing training is extremely important to keep the quality of life as high as possible. For daily or athletic performance, lung function and capacity is also significant. The cardiovascular system works closely with the lungs. Both can be trained (and in most cases) improved. On the one hand, the posture and thus the available space of the lungs is of great importance. On the other hand, the heart muscle must be kept strong so that blood circulation is ensured. The lungs must be supplied with fresh air and have the possibility to eliminate harmful substances well. Supportive breathing exercises can also be used here. In summary, it is important to optimally work on endurance, posture and lung function. Further, targeted strength and conditioning training can improve performance. We are happy to support you in all these points and pursue your personal goals with you.
Here is a small breathing exercise as an example: Take 10 deep breaths into your belly and extend your exhalation phase. Repeat this a few times. This exercise promotes relaxation.
TRUEFIT recommends:
Do posture exercises several times a week.
Be aware of your posture every day and adjust your position immediately (e.g. in the office)
Exercise endurance and strength several times a week