However, the answer isn’t to AVOID a breath hold.
Why?! Because we physiologically NEED it
Avoiding it can make us WEAKER
So let’s learn HOW to breath hold brace instead of avoiding it altogether.
12 days agopaleblacke_art
I have to say… this is a bit confusing. I used to hold my breath when lifting and honestly I didn’t get the same results as now I breathe out at the same rate as my mouvement. It helps me a lot.
15 days agorestorewithruth
I noticed this at the gym this morning as I was lifting. It was a natural response. I was intentionally holding or not holding but whenever it got hard and heavy I was hitting my limit I noticed it happened for a split second. It helped me get through my sets.
15 days agoangshawpt
@dr.christina_prevett I agree that it is client specific however your last slide doesnt really clarify that point. I didn't say low estrogen doesn't mean you can't Valsalva, thats a personal personal choice. There is a higher risk of prolapse in and after menopause due to low estrogen levels and I feel most women are not aware of it even if they are strong and lift heavy and have done for years .
15 days agoangshawpt
I agree with the above, however it does make a difference when your oestrogen levels have dropped during and after menopause. Having strong muscles does not make up for the lack of elasticity and collagen that decreases dramatically because of oestrogen depletion please be aware that one sweeping statement does not cover all situations and that avoiding the valsalva method maybe a precaution that needs to be taken. Using the blow as you technique is very helpful in this situation.
15 days agohanna_tre
Will you post information about how to hold breath it in a way that doesn't apply pressure to pelvic floor, please?
15 days agocarolyn_keane_
I was told by 2 different physiotherapist here in Ireland that engaging your core is what's bad for pelvic floor very bad they said.
16 days agochrissycampos
I always catch myself holding my breath while I do heavy lifting. Glad to see there isn’t anything wrong with it. I feel it helps me focus on lifting the actual weight
16 days agoaeonian_strong
I've learnt through my powerlifting journey that my pelvic floor has become stronger as I have become stronger - the weight where my pelvic floor gives out has gone up and up with my training weights going up and up. All muscles fatigue at some point. The pelvic floor is just the same... holding breath is necessary to progressively overload while training. We shouldn't avoid it 🙌
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