Description
Workshop - The influence of breathing techniques on sport performanceThe practice of modifying breathing parameters originates in ancient Eastern traditions and has historically been used in practises such as yoga and meditation. However, the control of breathing can be isolated from other practises, to achieve desirable psychological and physiological effects. A diverse range of breathing techniques
exists, such as slow-breathing techniques, usually aiming to induce relaxation, or
voluntary hyperventilation, generally performed to achieve psychophysiological activation and delay fatigue. Given the proposed benefits and inexpensive equipment
required for the implementation of these techniques, we offer in this workshop an
introduction and practical guide for athletes and coaches to use these techniques
to achieve desired sport performance, based on a recent meta-analysis on the topic
(Laborde et al., 2022).
Learning objectives (for participants)
1. Learning key information about the main breathing techniques found in the literature and their associated effects. The techniques will comprise slow-paced breathing, fast-paced breathing, breath-holding, voluntary hyperventilation, alternate- and
uni-nostril breathing.
2. Practising each breathing technique using video animation as a pacer as well as
receiving instructions and constructive feedback about the optimal way to realize
them. For example, should we use biofeedback or not?
3. Being provided with practical recommendations for applying breathing techniques in everyday life and in the sports context.
Period | 17.07.2024 |
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Event type | Conference |
Location | Innsbruck, AustriaShow on map |