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Evaluating Different Breathing Systems

By Brandon LaGreca / July 3, 2023 / Comments Off on Evaluating Different Breathing Systems

Have you ever thought about actively working to improve your breathing as part of your daily routine? When deciding which system to follow, it’s important to consider how the system might fit your individual needs. Here’s a rundown on the different practices according to their strengths.

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The Pros and Cons of Masks

By Brandon LaGreca / August 3, 2020 / Comments Off on The Pros and Cons of Masks

My Facebook feed is an even mix of those questioning the conventional narrative of donning a mask (and practically everything else related to pandemic) and demeaning or self-righteous pleas to get everyone to wear a mask. Dare I say both sides can learn something from the other? Before a nuanced discussion on the topic, we…

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Healing Asthma: Breathing Pattern Disorders

By Brandon LaGreca / September 24, 2018 / Comments Off on Healing Asthma: Breathing Pattern Disorders

Breathe. Is your inhalation and exhalation soft, slow, and even? Is it calm, almost imperceptible? 

Each breath should travel through the nose, which warms and regulates airflow into our lungs. Mouth breathing causes over-breathing and excess carbon dioxide loss. Even while exercising, we should strive to breathe as calmly as possible through the nose.

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