When I first started working out, I found it really hard to concentrate on both breathing correctly and counting my reps at the same time. It felt overwhelming, especially during intense sets. From my experience, this is completely normal, and most people initially struggle with coordinating breath and movement. What helped me was simplifying the process by syncing my breath with my exercise rhythm. For example, exhaling during the exertion phase of a lift and inhaling during relaxation helped me create a natural breathing pattern. Instead of trying to count reps and focus on breathing separately, I started to count reps out loud or mentally in a steady tempo that matched my breathing rate. Another tip is to practice breathing techniques outside the gym. Mindfulness breathing exercises can improve your overall breath control, which translates well when you're lifting or doing high-intensity workouts. It’s also useful to break sets into smaller chunks if holding concentration over long sets feels difficult. Remember, the goal of counting reps is to keep track of progress, but proper breathing is crucial to maintain endurance and prevent injury. Over time, as your muscle memory develops, these actions become more automatic. If you often find yourself distracted, consider using simple auditory aids or workout playlists with a consistent beat, which can help maintain pacing for both breaths and reps. Incorporating these steps helped me overcome the initial challenge of focusing on breathing and counting reps simultaneously, making my workout sessions more productive and enjoyable.