Breathing article

[Vedic]

Breathing
Greg Everett

April 1 2008
Breath control is critical for increasing and maintaining the structural integrity of the spine while under heavy loads. The supporting musculature is alone inadequate

 

[SpiralOut]

I've heard this technique is referred to as "blocking." Nice find, and coming off a back injury, very , very important advice to follow!

 

[Merrill]

I see no reference to Valsalva Manuever. Greg Everett shouldn't take credit for other people's work.

Valsalva maneuver - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

You guys remember this thread?

http://www.sherdog.net/forums/f13/big-bench-attempt-bleeding-eyes-763747/

Some posters were asking why it happens. Here is the answer from that same link:

Valsalva retinopathy
A pathologic syndrome associated with the Valsalva maneuver is Valsalva retinopathy. It presents as preretinal hemorrhage (bleeding in front of the retina) in people with a history of transient increase in the intrathoracic pressure. The bleeding may be associated with a history of heavy lifting, forceful coughing, straining on the toilet, or vomiting. The bleeding may cause a reduction of vision if it obstructs the visual axis. Patients may also note floaters in their vision. Usually a full recovery of vision is made.

 

[Vedic]

I didn't find him to be taking credit for anything.