Learning to control breathing while running

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Last post: Feb 27, 2008 11:42 AM by DaveVause

Lnz_28

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Feb 25, 2008

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Feb 25, 2008 1:36 PM

Learning to control breathing while running

I have been an avid walker for several years now and really want to get into running. The problem is controlling my breathing. It seems like I get winded too fast . I try to run until I get short of breath and then I drop back to walking but I can't seem to catch my breath enough to start up running again. Any suggestions?

Terry4X4

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Jul 9, 2007

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1. Feb 25, 2008 3:59 PM

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Re: Learning to control breathing while running

Are you running too fast during your running interval? You can also try taking your walking interval before you are completely out of breath. This will hopefully allow you to recover enough for more running intervals. Don't try to do too much too soon. Over time your cardiovascular system will adapt and you'll be able to run more and walk less as you improve (assuming you're not suffering from asthmatic conditions.)

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DaveVause

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2. Feb 26, 2008 1:29 PM

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Re: Learning to control breathing while running

I agree with Terry, you're running too fast. Your breathing should elevate but reach a comfortable steady state. This keeps you in your aerobic zone. By running as fast as you are, you're creating an oxygen debt, running in your anaerobic zone. This is too fast for general running training and beginning running.

Dave Vause