good old Mr Bikram included a warm up at the start of the class to get us ready for the challenge ahead.  The warm up - the first of the 26 postures - is called Pranayama breathing. Pranayama is a Sanskrit word which means 'extension of the life force

I can't breathe. My face is almost completely under the water. In my mind I'm gliding effortlessly, with my head relaxed and in perfect alignment with my spine, but I suspect that's the lack of oxygen talking.In fact I can see the reality in front

Q. I've tried to perfect bilateral breathing but I've discovered I seem to swim faster when I breathe only on my weaker side (left). Why?A. This may seem initially puzzling but it can be explained by the fact that on your preferred breathing side

Q I seem to experience problems in breathing when I run. I often feel breathless after hard efforts. I’d welcome any advice on how to improve my breathing or about correct breathing techniques.A Above your lactate threshold (running uphill

Training can vary widely in length and intensity depending on the event you are preparing for, and it can place huge demands on the body. Your training schedule can be anything from a few hours a week to more than 20, which leaves little time for proper recovery. Recreational tri...

, had my hair coloured and bought a lovely new pair of running shoes on the proceeds! – Sue WTry some deep-breathing exercisesI'm finding that taking a slow deep breath to the stomach area seems to help. I have read that this clears the stale air from

meal," he adds. Your doctor may also recommend an iron supplement.Symptom: Post-run coughing The diagnosis: Exercise-induced asthma, a condition brought on by the constriction of the muscles surrounding bronchial tubes. At rest, you breathe more

or those who are pushing themselves to run further or faster than usual. They often occur when food or drink in your stomach pulls down on the ligaments that attach your stomach to your diaphragm. This causes your diaphragm, which controls your breathing

to relax more when running. You can try carrying two small bits of broom stick whilst running - hold them loosely in your hands this will help you to relax your muscles. See full threadGetting rid of a stitchBreath out hardWinkle - When I taught myself

the ceiling. Take a few long, slow breaths. As you breath in, your tummy and then your chest should rise – and the opposite as you breathe out. Imagine your breath moving up and down your spine, filling your whole upper body.2. Gently move your feet together