

James Nestor
Author of Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. He explores the science and history of breathing and its impact on health.
Top 10 podcasts with James Nestor
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Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 59min
The Breathing Expert: Breathing Through Your Mouth Can Cause ADHD, Diabetes & Child Sickness! (Must Listen): James Nestor
James Nestor, an award-winning author and science journalist, shares his insights on the power of breath. He reveals that a staggering 98% of people breathe incorrectly, leading to issues like ADHD and diabetes, especially in children. Delving into the history of breathwork, he discusses how modern lifestyles have altered our breathing habits. Nestor also highlights how mouth breathing can impact health, and offers techniques to enhance lung capacity, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being through proper breathing practices.

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May 6, 2023 • 1h 25min
This Ancient BREATHING TECHNIQUE Will Transform Your BODY & MIND w/ James Nestor EP 1434
James Nestor, an acclaimed author and journalist, dives into the transformative power of breath. He discusses the significant differences between mouth and nose breathing and how optimizing these techniques can enhance physical and mental well-being. Nestor emphasizes the importance of carbon dioxide and shares effective methods for managing anxiety. He also highlights how proper breathing can improve lung capacity and overall health, making it a vital tool for longevity. His insights encourage listeners to rediscover the simplicity and accessibility of breathwork.

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Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 8min
The Science of Breathing | James Nestor
James Nestor, a science journalist and author of "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art," reveals that many of us may be breathing incorrectly. He discusses the surprising idea that humans are the worst breathers in the animal kingdom. Nestor highlights the detrimental effects of mouth breathing and the need for proper posture and chewing. The conversation explores the profound connections between breathing, anxiety, and sleep quality. He also shares practical breathing exercises to enhance overall health and well-being.

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Jun 12, 2024 • 1h 1min
How a Simple Change Can Improve Your Health, Sleep and More with James Nestor
In a captivating discussion, science journalist and bestselling author James Nestor dives into the vital role of breathing in our health. He explains how improper techniques can lead to issues like poor sleep and anxiety. Nestor reveals the transformative benefits of nasal breathing and provides practical strategies to correct common habits. He also highlights the links between modern diets and breathing problems. This enlightening dialogue challenges listeners to reconsider their breathing and embrace healthier practices for overall well-being.

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Jul 23, 2021 • 38min
You Will Never Breathe the Same Again — with James Nestor
When author and journalist James Nestor began researching a piece on free diving, he was stunned. He found that free divers could hold their breath for up to 8 minutes at a time, and dive to depths of 350 feet on a single breath. As he dug into the history of breath, he discovered that our industrialized lives have led to improper and mindless breathing, with cascading consequences from sleep apnea to reduced mobility. He also discovered an entire world of extraordinary feats achieved through proper and mindful breathing — including healing scoliosis, rejuvenating organs, halting snoring, and even enabling greater sovereignty in our use of technology. What is the transformative potential of breath? And what is the relationship between proper breathing and humane technology?

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Jan 18, 2021 • 1h 28min
1060 The Truth About Breathing & Why You’re Doing It Wrong w/James Nestor
In this engaging discussion, breath expert James Nestor dives into the crucial science of breathing, highlighting the alarming trend of mouth breathing and its health repercussions. He shares insights from his research that reveal the immense benefits of nasal breathing for immunity, mental well-being, and athletic performance. Nestor also emphasizes techniques to control breath for better health, tackles the challenges posed by modern habits, and explores the surprising healing effects of humming. Prepare to be inspired to rethink how you breathe!

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May 10, 2023 • 56min
How Nasal Breathing Can Transform Your Life with James Nestor
On this week’s episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by author James Nestor. James is an international bestselling author and journalist known for his book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art. Breath has sold over 2 million copies worldwide, was translated into 35 languages, and was an instant bestseller in the New York Times. Kristen and James will discuss the research that inspired the work for Breath (3:20), how breathing is linked to performance and health (5:05), where we went wrong with breathing (6:48), why people weren’t paying attention to breathing issues (8:54), the connection between asthma, allergies, and breathing (11:20), people using James’ teachings and techniques (16:45), negative effects of mouth breathing (18:55), getting started with nasal breathing (22:15), elite athletes working on their breathing (25:30), HRV’s correlation to breathwork (32:05), breathing protocols and optimization (33:30), seeing benefits from breathing protocols (40:40), and the connection between breathing and weight loss (46:05).Resources:mrjamesnestor.comBreath: The New Science of a Lost ArtSupport the showFollow WHOOP: www.whoop.com Trial WHOOP for Free Instagram TikTok X Facebook LinkedIn Follow Will Ahmed: Instagram X LinkedIn Follow Kristen Holmes: Instagram LinkedIn Follow Emily Capodilupo: LinkedIn

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Oct 15, 2021 • 1h 11min
Top Breathing Techniques To Ease Your Mind, Heal Your Body & Change Your Life! EP 1176
Join author James Nestor, neurobiology expert Andrew Huberman, and extreme athlete Wim Hof as they explore the transformative power of breath. They discuss how breathing techniques can drastically reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and regulate anxiety. Learn about methods like Tummo and the physiological sigh to manage emotions and enhance performance. Hear fascinating insights on the connection between breath and overall well-being, and find out how these techniques can empower you to take control of your health.

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Sep 14, 2024 • 1h 5min
140. How to Breathe Better
Join James Nestor, a bestselling author and journalist known for his exploration of breathwork and freediving. He shares surprising insights on how altering breath can transform health, even persuading Steve to tape his mouth shut at night! Delve into how humans can dive to remarkable depths and fascinating marine communication. Nestor highlights the health perks of nasal breathing, including better sleep and reduced anxiety, while challenging common misconceptions about breath and oxygen. Unlock the power of breath for a healthier life!

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Aug 24, 2022 • 1h 8min
You’re Breathing Wrong. Here’s How to Fix It | James Nestor
In this engaging conversation, science journalist James Nestor, author of the bestselling book "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art," reveals why many of us are breathing incorrectly. He discusses the surprising impacts of posture and mouth breathing on our health, and how fixing these issues can alleviate anxiety and improve sleep quality. Nestor shares practical breathing exercises and highlights the importance of exhalation, making a compelling case for why we should pay more attention to breathing as a tool for wellness.