Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin

Enhance Your Physical & Mental Resilience (HRV, Respiratory Rate, RHR)

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Apr 16, 2025
Discover how to gain control over your nervous system and enhance both physical and mental resilience. Learn about heart rate variability, breathing techniques, and the three I's—Investigate, Interpret, and Intervene. Explore methods to increase stress tolerance, including cold exposure and structured breathwork. Dive into the significance of desensitization and HRV biofeedback to improve your overall well-being. Plus, find out how personal data can guide your interventions for peak performance.
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Nervous System Control Examples

  • Dr. Andy Galpin recounts Dwight Schrute bragging about raising his cholesterol to lower it.
  • He also discusses Swami Rama's nervous system control, including extreme heart rate and temperature changes.
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Tummo and Temperature Control

  • Dr. Galpin describes Tibetan monks using Tummo to control their body temperature in extreme cold.
  • They dried wet sheets placed on them in sub-zero temperatures, showcasing nervous system control.
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Nervous System Control and Resilience

  • Controlling your nervous system involves recalibrating autonomic functions, not just basic stress management.
  • The goal is to widen the range of sympathetic and parasympathetic experiences for better resilience.
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