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The Benefits of Slow Breathing
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17:17 - 25:56 (08:39)

Breathing slowly can mimic the effects of altitude training and help get oxygen to your extremities. However, it may not always be healthy to slow your breathing down during high-intensity workouts.

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Slow breathing can mimic the effects of altitude training and help you get oxygen through your body, while fast breathing during exercise may not be the best option for athletes.
17:17 - 21:16 (03:59)
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breathing
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Slow breathing can mimic the effects of altitude training and help you get oxygen through your body, while fast breathing during exercise may not be the best option for athletes. This podcast explores the benefits of slow breathing with expert Patrick McKeown.

Chapter
The Benefits of Slow Breathing
Episode
1060 The Truth About Breathing & Why You’re Doing It Wrong w/James Nestor
Podcast
The School of Greatness
Experts suggest that athletes should never work out harder than they can breathe correctly.
21:16 - 22:55 (01:38)
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Breathing Techniques
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Experts suggest that athletes should never work out harder than they can breathe correctly. Breathing through the mouth is not recommended while training, as the body should adapt to breathing properly during exercise.

Chapter
The Benefits of Slow Breathing
Episode
1060 The Truth About Breathing & Why You’re Doing It Wrong w/James Nestor
Podcast
The School of Greatness
The Wim Hof method, along with other breathing techniques such as Sudarshan Kriya and Pranayama, focuses on increasing CO2 in the body rather than oxygen, which has been found to be beneficial for many individuals such as asthmatics and panic sufferers.
22:55 - 25:56 (03:01)
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Wim Hof method
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The Wim Hof method, along with other breathing techniques such as Sudarshan Kriya and Pranayama, focuses on increasing CO2 in the body rather than oxygen, which has been found to be beneficial for many individuals such as asthmatics and panic sufferers. The method involves breathing at a slower, more controlled pace to increase CO2 levels and improve overall health.

Chapter
The Benefits of Slow Breathing
Episode
1060 The Truth About Breathing & Why You’re Doing It Wrong w/James Nestor
Podcast
The School of Greatness