Quantifying the mechanical work of breathing in men and women during rowing

To quantify the mechanical work of breathing (Wb) during an indoor rowing test in men and women. Additionally, to compare sex-based differences in the Wb and its components through a rowing test. Fifteen collegiate rowers were recruited (8 women/7 men) and performed a 2000 m rowing test on a rowing ergometer. Esophageal pressure was measured during exercise via balloon catheterization, after which pressure–volume curves were used to calculate...