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4-7-8 Pre-Race Calm
4-7-8 pre-race calm applies two to four paced cycles before competition to lengthen exhale and settle nerves without dulling activation entirely.
4-7-8 pre-race calm uses the long-exhale paced pattern—four in, seven hold, eight out—for two to four cycles in a quiet corner before start lines, interviews, or heavy sets when nerves run hot. The extended exhale beats shallow chest panting for many athletes.
Do not stack with maximal hyperventilation protocols.
Common questions
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Can 4-7-8 make you too relaxed to perform?
Two to four cycles usually trim excess jitters without flattening drive. If you feel sluggish, switch to shorter exhale-emphasis patterns or briefer box breathing before explosive efforts.
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