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Track & Field

Rhythmic Breathing Pace Drill

Establish a stable breathing pattern tied to stride rhythm

12 min
4 x 400m at moderate pace
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Pick a breathing pattern such as inhale for three strides, exhale for two.
  2. 2Hold that pattern consistently through the full repetition.
  3. 3Note any point where breathing becomes ragged and effort spikes.

What to focus on

A steady breathing rhythm tied to footstrike pattern.

Common mistake

Breathing becoming erratic and shallow as pace increases.