The MOVEMENT Movement Episode 255: Are You Breathing Wrong?
Boost your CO2 tolerance and improve your breathing by practicing nose breathing techniques.
In this episode of The Movement Movement, Steven Sashen talks with Dr. John Douillard, DC, CAP, founder of LifeSpa and a respected figure in Ayurvedic medicine, who discusses how he’s been combining ancient wisdom with modern science for over forty years. His groundbreaking work, particularly in his book Body, Mind, and Sport, examines the benefits of nose breathing versus mouth breathing during physical activity. Dr. Douillard's research indicates that nose breathing enhances nitric oxide production, a crucial factor in efficient oxygen intake and stress relief. It also significantly improves overall health and performance, as demonstrated in his work with elite athletes and firefighters. A strong advocate of the health benefits of nasal breathing, Dr. Douillard encourages making it a daily habit to enhance respiratory health, immune function, and overall well-being.
Key Takeaways:
→ Nose breathing improves oxygen intake and carbon dioxide removal, enhancing respiratory fitness.
→ Engaging the diaphragm and rib cage through nose breathing leads to better respiratory health.
→ Breathing through your nose during exercise lowers your breathing rate and enhances performance.
→ Proper nose breathing techniques can enhance athletic performance and recovery by activating the lower lung lobes.
→ Chronic mouth breathing in children can negatively impact facial and airway development.
Dr. John Douillard, DC, CAP, is a globally recognized leader in the fields of Ayurveda, natural health, nutrition, and sports medicine. With 40 years of experience, he has helped over 100,000 patients. Dr. John is a renowned Ayurvedic educator, host of the Ayurveda Meets Modern Science podcast, and bestselling author of seven health books, including Eat Wheat and 3-Season Diet. He is the creator of LifeSpa.com, where he proves ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern science in articles published weekly. With its thousands of free educational articles and videos, LifeSpa.com is the leading Ayurvedic health resource on the web with 500,000+ social followers and newsletter readers.
Connect With John:
Connect with Steven:
Website