Running

[ping9798]

I know it would be hard to describe over the forum, but is there a proper breathing technique while running? I don't think I run "correctly" in combination with my breathing because I've never been into running. I only really played ice hockey while growing up, so I didn't have to worry about how to breathe right.

I know it's a weird question, but I've always wondered yet never asked.



Lindsay

[TankerT]

I know it would be hard to describe over the forum, but is there a proper breathing technique while running? I don't think I run "correctly" in combination with my breathing because I've never been into running. I only really played ice hockey while growing up, so I didn't have to worry about how to breathe right.

I know it's a weird question, but I've always wondered yet never asked.



Lindsay

Not a bad question at all. It's actually a good one.

I tend to breath in over the course of two or three steps (I do it automatically now, so I don't recally which) and then exhale over the same number. (I had to train myself to do it.) It's actually a common question amoung new runners.

You might get more reliable answers on a forum that is for runners specifically. (Don't know one to suggest, but I'm sure you can Google one.)

Breathing during running is important. So is posture, stride, arm usage... etc...

[runningwild2550]

I am a very good runner. i was wonderig that if durning training how many miles you run a day. i think that if i new this now i could train my body better.

[inquisitive]

Not a bad question at all. It's actually a good one.

I tend to breath in over the course of two or three steps (I do it automatically now, so I don't recally which) and then exhale over the same number. (I had to train myself to do it.) It's actually a common question amoung new runners.

You might get more reliable answers on a forum that is for runners specifically. (Don't know one to suggest, but I'm sure you can Google one.)

Breathing during running is important. So is posture, stride, arm usage... etc...

Another few things to add- I try to breathe in through both my nose and mouth at once, and also always make sure to fully exhale to prevent those painful c02 pockets in your side.

[Guard Life Sawyer]

A good practice to get into is to breath through your nose and out of your mouth while running. According to a master fitness trainer at one of my NCO schools this gives you more oxygen than just breathing through your mouth. Your body needs oxygen to help with energy. She also said to prepare for a PT test you should run for distance at one steady pace, for ex. run 3 miles instead of 2, dont do it for time, but one steady pace to build endurance. This has improved my run time by 2 min.

[VTguard]

The theory is that breathing in through you nose and out through your mouth gives you more oxygen because you're not breathing in as much of the same Carbon Dioxide that you just exhaled. It also prevents you from hyperventilating by breathing more efficiently instead of more frequently. It's hard to do if you're running in cold weather (I'm in Vermont), but for the most part it works.

I also take two steps when I inhale, and two steps as I exhale. This keeps a good rhythm that I can focus on. It varries for each person, but you'll find a good number that works for you.

[youngatheart]

What shoes are suggested by the ANG?
I need to buy a new pair anyway - even if I buy another once I get to basic - just wondering if there is one particular brand / style they suggest?
I figure they may have a heads up on what is better for our feet since they do so much running.

Thanks to anyone who can help!!!

[ping9798]

Sorry that I didn't get around to it earlier, but I wanted to thank you all for your replies. I appreciate everyone's input.

Lindsay