Using Breathwork to Power Through Workouts

Breathing is something we do without thinking—but during workouts, how you breathe can make or break your performance. At CARE Fitness, we encourage women to harness the power of breathwork not just to move better, but to feel stronger, calmer, and more in control.

Why Breath Matters in Fitness

Proper breathing improves oxygen delivery to muscles, enhances stamina, reduces fatigue, and keeps your mind focused. Breathwork also regulates your heart rate and can help reduce workout-related stress or anxiety.

Types of Breathwork for Workouts

• Inhale through your nose, exhale through your mouth during intense moves

• Box Breathing (4-4-4-4): Great before or after a session to calm nerves

• Breath sync: Match your breath to reps—exhale on effort, inhale on release

Try This During Your Next Workout

• Doing squats? Exhale as you rise

• Planking? Use deep nasal breaths to maintain control

• Stretching? Slow, steady breaths to deepen each stretch

CARE Fitness Tip

Before every workout, take 60 seconds to focus solely on your breath. It signals your body that it’s time to show up, stay present, and move mindfully.

Final Note

Breath is your built-in power tool. Don’t ignore it—embrace it. It’ll make your workouts more effective, and your mind more peaceful.