Breathe Better, Run Better: The Runner’s Guide to Breathwork

Written By Claire MacAskill

Breathe with intention. Run with purpose.

Why Breathwork Matters for Runners

Most runners focus on mileage and pace—but breath is the missing piece.

Breathwork bridges the gap between body and mind, improving performance and focus.

Benefits of Breathwork:

  • Better oxygen delivery

  • Reduced fatigue and side stitches

  • Lower perceived effort

  • Calmer mind under stress

  • Enhanced endurance

My Breathwork Journey

Over 18 months, I’ve experienced deep transformation through breathwork. It’s improved my recovery, endurance, and emotional wellbeing.

Physical Benefits

  • Improved oxygen efficiency and CO₂ tolerance

  • Faster recovery and reduced muscle tension

  • Enhanced endurance through nasal breathing

  • Better pain management by focusing the mind

  • Increased body awareness and intuition

Mental & Emotional Benefits

  • Emotional release and clarity

  • Stress reduction and calm

  • Deeper body connection and self-compassion

  • Supportive community and shared growth

How to Incorporate Breathwork into Your Running

Start simple: focus on nasal breathing during easy runs and add short breathwork sessions post-run. Over time, your endurance and focus will strengthen.

Coach’s Tip: Your breath is your anchor. Use it to reconnect, reset, and refocus during every run.

Ready to explore breathwork?

👉 Join Claire’s next Breathwork Workshop or book a Discovery Call to learn how to integrate it into your running and daily life.

Claire MacAskill
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