Originally Posted by garysol1

Just to show you I am not kidding...This was from CBS. Not saying right or wrong just someone who should know more than me's opinion...
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Breathe
Breathing deeply -- in through your nose and out through your mouth -- engages a "relaxation," or "parasympathetic response," which decreases your blood pressure, lowers perceived exertion levels during cycling, improves circulation, lowers your pulse rate, diminishes oxygen consumption and can create a sense of mental and spiritual well-being while on the bike