Original Strength Bodcast BodCast Episode 216: Mastering Your Breath and Your Posture with Chuck McGee III
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Jul 25, 2025 
Join Chuck McGee III, a respiration expert and the Iced Viking, as he delves into the life-changing power of mastering breath and posture. He shares insights on how proper breathing can enhance physiological and psychological health, and warns against the pitfalls of poor breathing habits. Chuck introduces techniques for achieving mental calmness through extended exhales and discusses how emotional states can affect your body. He also emphasizes continuous learning in breathwork, encouraging listeners to be proactive in their well-being.
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Breath Controls Pain Recovery
- Chuck McGee III shared how he used proper breathing mechanics to reduce pain and speed recovery post-shoulder surgery.
- He avoided opioid addiction by optimizing breath to control pain and healing.
Breathing Controls Heart-Brain Link
- Breathing controls heart rate, which sends more information to the brain than vice versa.
- Proper posture and breath allow psychological tools to be more effective by calming physiology.
Nasal Breath Reduces Stress
- Slow nasal breathing with relaxed jaw and lateral rib expansion reduces stress and optimizes oxygen delivery.
- Avoid mouth breathing and poor posture that increase heart rate and perceived stress.