Feb 25 • General discussion
CROSSFIT OPEN 2025
Breath 2 Thrive Breathing Protocol to Dominate the OPEN 💨💪
Level up your 2025 Open performance with the Breath 2 Thrive breathing protocol!
Control your breath, control your workout. Here’s how:
PRE-WORKOUT: Prime Your System
* Mindful Activation (10 mins):
* Find a quiet zone.
Part 1:
Down Regulation:
* Box Breathing: 4 seconds inhale, 4 seconds hold, 4 seconds exhale, 4 seconds hold. 5-10 rounds. Purpose: Calm the nervous system, reduce pre-workout jitters.
* Diaphragmatic Deep Breathing: Hand on belly, hand on chest. Focus on belly rise/fall. Purpose: Maximize lung capacity, engage core.
Part 2:
Upper Regulation
3 x 25 seconds of quick inhales through the nose and exhales through the mouth) *you may feel a little light headed so sit or lay down on the ground!
* This pre work prepares the athlete to enter the workout with a calm and focused mindset.
DURING-WORKOUT: Stay Present, Stay Powered
* Breath Awareness:
* During transitions (even short ones), take 2-3 deep, deliberate breaths.
* Match your breath to the movement: Inhale on the easier phase, exhale on the exertion.
* If you feel your heartrate becoming too high, focus on slowing the exhale.
* Avoid Panic Breathing:
* Fight the urge for rapid, shallow breaths. Stay conscious of deep, controlled breathing.
* This practice will help the athlete maintain a more even heartrate, and therefore maintain a higher level of performance.
POST-WORKOUT: Recharge & Recover
* Recovery Breathing (5-10 mins):
* Extended Exhale: Inhale 4 seconds, exhale 8 seconds. Shift to parasympathetic state (rest/digest).
* Continue diaphragmatic breathing.
* This is the time to bring the body back to a resting state, and to begin the recovery process.
* Fuel & Hydrate:
* Support recovery with proper nutrition and hydration. Breathing is only one part of recovery.
Key Points:
* Consistent practice is key! Integrate these techniques into your daily training.
* Breath control enhances focus, reduces fatigue, and accelerates recovery.
* This protocol can be used for any workout, not just the CrossFit open.
Disclaimer: Always consult with a healthcare professional before making changes to your fitness or breathing routines.
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