Accessory muscle breathing means using muscles other than those typically used for breathing to take in and expel air. One example is the subclavius — between the collarbone and the top rib — which ...

You probably never think about your pelvic floor muscles unless something goes wrong, but these hidden muscles at the bottom of your pelvis play a crucial role in breathing efficiency that most people ...

When I was a kid preparing for one of my first ever track meets, my family was invited to dinner at the home of a colleague of my dad's who had been an Olympic 800-meter runner for Ghana (he qualified ...

When I was in high school, just getting into running, I met a family friend from Ghana who had been an Olympic-caliber 800-meter runner in his youth. He advised me to practice holding my breath every ...

Breathing techniques may reduce stress and anxiety, help a person get to sleep, or support treatment for lung conditions. Some techniques work to give immediate relief. Others may work best with ...

(CNN) -- During workouts, do you think about your breathing -- or does it just happen in the background? Most people understand the importance of proper exercise form, yet they often overlook the ...

There is no secret that to excel in any task, it is important to stay energised and focused. Whether you are a fitness enthusiast or athlete, for every individual it is important to stay energised to ...

This is the first in a series of instructional videos and guidance from Nadine Kelly, MD (Yogi MD) helping healthcare professionals to use yoga techniques to reduce daily stress and focus on their ...