Explore how frogs, axolotls, and other amphibians use cutaneous respiration to absorb oxygen directly through their skin.

Improving lung capacity is essential for overall health and well-being. For beginners, simple breathing exercises can make a ...

Breathing is one of the most basic functions of the human body. It's so basic that our bodies often do it without us even having to think about it. But experts say that breathing can also have ...

Plants and trees may seem pretty passive, but behind the scenes, their cells are working hard to put on a magic show. In this episode of Crash Course Botany, we’ll explore how the processes of ...

Breathing effectively and efficiently is not only vital in swimming but also in everyday life. On a daily basis, we involuntarily inhale and exhale between 17,000 and 23,000 times. That’s a lot of ...

The World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control recommend keeping a certain distance between people to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These social distancing recommendations are ...

Richard Bossert's street-level study of the human body's gas exchange process is nothing to sniff at when it comes to patient treatment. You arrive for a difficulty-breathing emergency. The patient is ...

Breathing is similar to any other movement pattern, and when treated as such, promotes proper activation strategies. Similarly, breathing incorrectly can greatly hinder performance. Unfortunately, ...