Multiple choice general knowledge sports

During exercising, when muscles lengthen what is your body doing

  1. Inhale

  2. Hold my breath

  3. Exhale

  4. Nothing
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The general breathing guideline during exercise is to exhale when muscles contract (shorten) and inhale when they lengthen. This breathing pattern helps maintain intra-abdominal pressure and oxygen delivery. Holding breath during exercise is generally discouraged as it can increase blood pressure.

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