Untangle The Art and Science (and Importance!) of Breath. With James Nestor.
Oct 3, 2023
James Nestor, Author of Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, explores the science and importance of breathing. He discusses the negative effects of habitual mouth breathing, the benefits of nasal breathing and techniques to improve sleep. The podcast also covers holotropic breathwork, the effects and mechanisms of breathwork, various breath techniques for relaxation, the Wim Hof breathing technique, and the benefits of alternate nostril breathing and nose function.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Importance of Nasal Breathing
01:51 • 14min
Exploring Holotropic Breathwork and its Origins
16:04 • 2min
The Effects and Mechanisms of Breathwork
17:37 • 3min
Breathing Techniques for Relaxation and Health
20:50 • 12min
The Power of the Wim Hof Breathing Technique
32:21 • 9min
Benefits of Alternate Nostril Breathing and Nose Function
41:09 • 3min