Once this happens painful trigger points can arise. These are extremely sensitive points lying within tight bands of muscles which elicit a powerful response when pressed. Tense muscles can be extremely tender and painful and can lead to a vicious cycle of pain leading to tension which creates more fatigue and thus further pain. It is vital not to overuse these muscles. Overbreathing can contribute to painful muscles as it leads to inadequate oxygenation and retention of acid wastes.
Muscles can then become stiff and painful.
For muscular pain breathing exercises are excellent as they will help relax the muscular tension that is at the root of the problem and improve oxygen transportation. Become aware of how you breathe on a day to day basis. Most of us tend to breathe shallowly, as if we are holding onto and restricting our breathing. As you learn to breathe more deeply and fully you will find that you release this anxiety and tension more easily. Once this is practised on a daily basis you will find it becomes second nature to you.