03/31/2026
Proper breathing during a squat matters more than people think. You want to inhale before you lower to fill your torso with air, brace your core, and create stability. Hold that air briefly at the bottom so your spine stays supported under load. Then exhale as you drive up, once you’re past the hardest part of the lift. This isn’t about overthinking breathing. It’s about staying tight, moving stronger, and lifting more safely and efficiently.
