Know Your Physio
Knowing your physiology, the very science that makes you who you are, is the best thing you can do to optimize your health, bolster your performance, look and feel your best, and enjoy a longer and more fulfilling lifespan. My dedication to this field derives from a selfish place born out of necessity before it became the bright, selfless passion I'm known for. It was through my health journey (mainly battling ADD and ten years of Adderall dependency plus related side effects) and love for the scientific method that I found my way. Eventually, with the right knowledge and mentorship, I stumbled upon an enhanced state of awareness between mind, body, and spirit where healthy intentions met actionable steps and lasting, positive lifestyle change. Today I call this "physiological intuition," and to me, it's a right that every human being deserves to thrive with, without having to battle themselves or pursue a degree to discover it. Every day I spend on this planet, I get to connect with world-leading experts on my podcast and learn more of the substance I wish I could have gotten my hands on earlier, for YOU to apply and enjoy total mind and body fitness, personal mastery, and self-actualization! The more you #KnowYourPhysio… Enjoy the show!
Know Your Physio
David "Jacko" Jackson - BREATHE BETTER: Breathwork Explained!
Breathing habits have a huge impact on all of our physiological and psychological health systems, and today we are doing a deep dive into how you can immediately start improving your breathing in simple and manageable ways. Joining us, is breathwork coach, exercise specialist, strength and conditioning coach, and former pro rugby player David "Jacko" Jackson! Jacko has made it his mission to help as many people make these changes a part of their lives as possible, using the Oxygen Advantage framework developed by Patrick G. Mckeown. After a serious injury in 2013, Jacko was forced into retirement from his rugby career and it was through this period of transition that he discovered his own weaknesses around breathing and the potential it had to change lives. This episode is jam-packed with helpful tips and the science that grounds this area of human health, and as you will see, the conversation could have carried on for hours! Tune in to hear it all!
Key Points From This Episode:
- The basics of how different patterns of breath can influence our state. [06:16]
- Jacko takes through the 'short breath hold' process for calming down. [07:42]
- Understanding the link between our breath and our nervous system. [12:54]
- Breathwork as a powerful intervention in the modern setting. [15:42]
- Undoing the harmful patterns that emerge and the important concept of efficiency. [19:07]
- Jacko's personal journey with breathing and breathwork. [24:07]
- The negative effects of vertical breathing and correcting these in accordance with our design. [28:36]
- Yoga and the learning curve about the central role of the breath. [35:31]
- Jacko talks about carbon dioxide and developing our tolerance. [39:10]
- Diagnosing our breathing habits and problems and reaching an optimal balance. [49:48]
- Improving sleep through our approach to breathing during the day and before bedtime. [54:12]
- Boxed breathing in combination with some restraint to promote CO2 tolerance. [57:30]
- Misconceptions about breath size and efficiency. [1:02:11]
- Jacko comments briefly on breath-holding exercises. [1:07:25]
- A simple tip from Jacko about nose breathing during your workouts. [1:10:04]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
David (Jacko) Jackson Linktree
David (Jacko) Jackson on Twitter
FREE Foundations of Breathing Course
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