All of the above comments are on point. I always held my breath I think out of nerves. I got away with it in the hunters (mostly) but the jumpers kicked my butt. I would come out panting.I finally started quietly cursing and telling my mare to calm down throughout the course. It accomplished getting me to breathe (but not much else 
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Sorry for posting and running! Thanks for the responses all! I’ve stepped up my off the horse fitness routine to include: walking the dog 2.5+ miles each day over hills, some sort of cardio whether it’s boxing or running, and a strength building routine focusing on core and legs. I will be out of town for the only show I had planned this month so won’t have any update on how it effects my riding in the show ring for a bit.
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