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Breathing as the Gateway to Consciousness & Performance with Erwan le Corre #322

May 5, 2023
Guest Erwan le Corre, expert in breath practice and performance enhancement, discusses the importance of efficient breathing patterns and the impact on stress, performance, and overall health. Topics include conscious hyperventilation approaches, returning to our true nature through breath, optimizing oxygen uptake, negative effects of hyperventilation, and the significance of breath on well-being. Resources for learning natural movement and breathwork are shared.
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Quick takeaways

  • Efficient breathing involves nasal breathing, diaphragmatic breathing, and a slow respiratory rate, which positively impacts energy levels and overall health.
  • Breathwork can help regulate the nervous system and manage stress, with breath-holding exercises being powerful tools for advancement.

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Proper breathing is essential for optimal health

The podcast episode emphasizes the importance of proper breathing and its impact on overall health. The speaker highlights that the way we breathe most of the time, which is reflexive breathing, has a significant influence on our energy levels and health. Breathing through the nose, using the diaphragm, and maintaining a slow respiratory rate are identified as the three pillars of efficient breathing. The speaker explains that breathing too fast, breathing through the mouth, and shallow breathing can impair cellular oxygenation, leading to negative consequences for our well-being. The episode encourages listeners to pay attention to their breathing patterns and make necessary adjustments to optimize their respiratory function.

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