Not exact matches
Sure, we've all heard that you must limber - up, warm - up, or perform dynamic stretches, but none of those activities prime your body for
focused relaxation, or allow for an actual reduction in cortisol or activation of deep,
diaphragmatic breathing patterns (3).
I prefer to
focus on the running form and activation itself via running drills -
diaphragmatic breathing drills to prevent excessive chest rise (which worsens lower back arching), elevated hand position with low elbows and minimal crossover to facilitate scapular protraction, and shortened strides / cadence drills to prevent overstriding.
Regular practice of
diaphragmatic breathing draws the mental
focus into what is known as the «belly brain.»
Here is how
diaphragmatic breathing is done with a
focus on using and sensing the deep core muscles.