Dr. Rosalba Courtney discusses rethinking functional breathing beyond CO2, exploring topics like tailoring breath work, the Swiss Army Knife approach, brain waves and breath holding, factors influencing breath hold duration, research on CO2 levels, defining functional breathing, at-home breathing assessments, and techniques for improving breath hold time.
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Breathing as a Pump
Breathing is a pump, creating pressure changes that move fluids like blood and lymph.
Strong breathing techniques can stimulate this fluid movement, offering various health benefits.
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Strong Breathing Techniques
Use strong breathing techniques like forceful exhales or movement-based breathing.
Tailor breathwork to individual needs, considering factors like migraines or stress levels.
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Flywheel Effect
Some individuals experience a "flywheel effect" after hyperventilation, causing continued rapid breathing.
This dysregulation may stem from impaired compensation systems and altered biochemistry.
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Today's guest, Dr. Rosalba Courtney (DO, PhD), is an osteopath, researcher, author, and teacher with a PhD focused on dysfunctional breathing and breathing therapy. With extensive publications in scientific literature and textbook contributions, Dr. Courtney is passionate about both the art and science of breathing, believing in its potential as a powerful tool for healing when combined with movement and mind-body techniques.
Connect with Dr Rosalba here; https://www.rosalbacourtney.com/
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction and Welcome 1:04 Breathing as a Pump: Pressure Changes and Fluid Movement 2:22 Strong Breathing Techniques and Their Effects 3:35 Tailoring Breath Work to Individual Needs 6:42 The Swiss Army Knife Approach to Breathing 8:39 The Flywheel Effect and Hyperventilation 10:53 Brain Waves, Stillness, and Breath Holding 13:48 Factors Influencing Breath Hold Duration 18:35 Research on Breath Holding and CO2 Levels 22:55 Defining Functional Breathing 28:26 The Complex Control of Breathing 32:41 At-Home Breathing Assessments 37:48 Different Approaches to Improving Breath Hold Time 41:28 Breaking Habitual Breath Holding Patterns 45:41 Techniques for Loosening the Rib Cage 50:16 Breathing Practices for Chronic Inflammation 56:04 Mind-Body Techniques for Anxiety and Panic 1:02:27 Closing Thoughts and Further Resources
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Safety Information: Do not practice this breathwork during pregnancy, or if you are epileptic. People with cardiovascular issues, or any other serious health conditions, should always consult a medical professional before starting breathwork. These breathing exercises are a guide only, you should always listen to your own body and not push yourself, if you feel unwell STOP. Never practice breathing exercises before or during diving, driving, swimming, taking a bath, or in any other circumstance where the loss of consciousness could result in bodily harm. Deep breathing may cause tingling sensations, a ringing in the ears, and/or light-headedness. These are normal responses and are no cause for alarm. If you faint, however, you have gone too far and should take it more slowly next time.
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