You should inhale while lowering your body (eccentric phase) and exhale while pushing back up (concentric phase).
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
- Inhale: As you lower your body towards the ground, breathe in. This happens during the eccentric part of the pushup.
- Exhale: As you push your body back up to the starting position, breathe out. This is the concentric part of the pushup.
Following this breathing pattern can help you maintain a rhythm and provide your muscles with the oxygen they need to perform the exercise effectively.
