Athlete bent over, struggling to breathe after intense effort during a race. In athletic training, breath control is often treated as background noise. Yet, the way you breathe affects performance more than most athletes realise. Pilates brings focus to this connection by teaching awareness, rhythm, and precision in breathing. Oxygen Delivery: Efficient breathing supports the balance between oxygen intake and carbon dioxide release. When athletes over-breathe or hold their br

A small bedroom with two people and pets shows how CO2 levels rise overnight. Getting good sleep isn’t about luck. It’s about creating...