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Breathing for Climbing

Science-based breathwork and respiratory training to improve climbing endurance, recovery, and performance.

Science-based articles on breathing for climbing. Learn breathing techniques, respiratory training, and breathwork to improve endurance, recovery, and performance.

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Climber (Annie) demonstrating controlled breathing and rib cage expansion while climbing

Controlled breathing under physical load
👉 breathing under effort
👉 expansion of the thorax
👉 composure and control

• Open rib cage allowing full thoracic expansion during inspiration
• Relaxed neck and shoulders, reducing unnecessary muscular tension
• Extended climbing posture supporting efficient respiratory mechanics
• Visible breathing space through the torso, improving oxygen delivery
• Calm physiological state despite sustained muscular effort

Breathing regulates effort, delays fatigue, and accelerates recovery while climbing.

Start breathing better. Start climbing stronger.

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  • Jul 12, 2025

Breathing Rate, Effort, and Perceived Exertion in Climbing

  • Annie Anderson
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Respiratory frequency (fR)—also known as breathing rate (BR)—is strongly associated with perceived exertion (RPE) across various exercise modalities. For climbers, this relationship may be even more pronounced due to the physical and psychological complexity of climbing.
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