Why does an athlete breathe faster and deeper than usual after finishing the race?

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Why does an athlete breathe faster and deeper than usual after finishing the race?

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answered Jan 20, 2018 by sameer (82,980 points) 5 14 70
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When the athlete runs in the race, his body needs more energy. In order to get extra energy, the athlete breathes faster. Because more oxygen is supplied to our cells. It speeds up the breakdown of food and more energy is released.

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