Breathe better, lift heavier? study tests breathing Warm-Up for bodybuilders

NCT ID NCT07390149

First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a special warm-up for the muscles you use to breathe in could help natural bodybuilders lift more weight. Twenty-seven male athletes were split into two groups: one did the breathing warm-up, the other did not. Researchers measured their maximum bench press and lung function to see if the warm-up made a difference.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gumushane Univetsity

    Gümüşhane, Gümüşhane Province, (542) 442-7444, Turkey (Türkiye)

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