Podcast appearances and mentions of brian mackenzie

Welcome to the weMove podcast.In this episode, we return to the world of the nervous system, this time through the lens of breathwork. Our guest is Jamie Clements, founder of The Breath Space and host of the Human Nature Podcast. We dive into Jamie's backstory and how it shaped the work he does today.Breathwork has been a core focus for weMove since the early days, through conversations with pioneers like Patrick McKeown, Brian Mackenzie, Wim Hof, Dan Brulé, and others. While it's often presented as a cure-all for traumas, ailments, and more, it's also a tool that requires respect. Breathwork has immense potential to both enhance well-being and, if misused, unlock unintended consequences.Jamie's perspective on this stood out to me. He brings a balanced, thoughtful approach, recognizing breathwork's power while advocating for its responsible use. As part of a younger generation exploring and guiding these practices, Jamie's work offers valuable insights for anyone curious about this space.Jamie also collaborates with James Dowler (featured in a recent episode), so if you're interested in going deeper into breathwork or nervous system work, there's a connection worth exploring.Big thanks to Jamie for sharing his time and insights.From Chris and me, Peace.https://www.instagram.com/jamieclements_/?hl=enhttps://thebreathspace.co.uk/Human Nature podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2a0QLnrjsJ8CrN5D36w9Ob?si=b41195a28a544ea6 https://www.instagram.com/human.nature.pod/?hl=en

Your breath is intimately linked with every aspect of your health – from how you respond to stress to how efficiently your body burns fat. While most of us breathe over 20,000 times a day, few of us pay attention to this automatic process. But it may hold the key to transforming our physical and mental wellbeing. Today's returning guest is the wonderful Brian Mackenzie, Founder & Creative Director of SHIFT, President of The Health and Human Performance Foundation and a world renowned human performance specialist who combines breathing techniques, movement practices, and stress adaptation training to enhance physical and mental performance.    His methods have been used by Olympic athletes, professional sports teams and military special forces and Brian's work has undergone rigorous scientific testing at institutions including Stanford University School of Medicine and San Francisco State University. He is also the author of several books including, Unbreakable Runner, Power Speed Endurance and Unplugged. In this fascinating conversation, we explore: Why breathing is "the remote control to the nervous system" and how becoming aware of our breath patterns can help us instantly regulate our stress responses  The relationship between the way that we breathe and our ability to burn fat The "Five Gear Breathing System" that matches our breathing technique to different activity levels, from relaxed walking to high-intensity exercise Why nasal breathing (while beneficial at rest and low intensities) might limit our performance and oxygen use during higher-intensity activities How a simple daily 45-minute walk with nasal breathing can transform our metabolism, stress resilience and mental clarity The three-stage stress response cycle and how breathwork provides a practical tool to interrupt our automatic reactions to daily triggers Why Brian believes finding joy in mundane tasks like washing dishes is possible when we focus on the process rather than constantly chasing outcomes Practical techniques to establish healthier boundaries with work, technology and stress – including Brian's approach to shutting off work by 4-5 pm and using red light in the evenings to improve sleep Brian is a remarkable individual, with an enviable track record of transforming the wellbeing and performance of a wide range of individuals, and this conversation is full of practical insights that you can utilise immediately to improve your health, performance and the overall quality of your life. I hope you enjoy listening.   Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.   Thanks to our sponsors: https://www.boncharge.com/livemore https://airbnb.co.uk/host https://drinkag1.com/livemore   Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/547   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

As an Educator and Coach at SH/FT, Emily Hightower leverages her expertise in the neurophysiology of trauma and resilience to help clients master their stress response and improve their quality of life. By combining over 25 years of experience as a breathing expert, yoga teacher, river guide, and wilderness EMT, Emily empowers high performers to disrupt limits, align with nature, and heal their bodies and minds. Emily developed SH/FT's Skill of Stress course and teaches the N=1 Exposure Experience and Mentorship program with Brian MacKenzie. Her experiential teaching approach enables clients to understand and direct their stress response to drive optimal performance under pressure while promoting long-term balance. Before joining SH/FT, Emily founded Intrinsic, where she helped combat veterans, athletes, and clients recovering from substance abuse resolve past traumas and gain clarity using a science-based approach and tools such as breath, exposure, somatic yoga, archery, and integrative nutrition. Earlier in her career, Emily's practice was based in a neurology clinic, where she integrated her approach with cutting-edge neuroscience and research. Her clients include the United States Special Operations Command Adaptive Care Unit and other Veterans services in the US and Abroad. She also served as the Education Director for the Headwaters Institute, facilitating river education seminars on 28 watersheds in the US and Chile. Emily is a Master Yoga Teacher with 16,000+ hours of teaching experience specializing in Pranayama Breathing. She lives with her husband, Brian Hightower, and their son and loves to ski, run rivers, and bow hunt. Work With Us: Arétē by RAPID Health Optimization Links: Emily Hightower on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram

What if the way you breathe is hurting you? In this episode of the Align podcast, Brian Mackenzie, a human optimization expert, breaks down the science of breathing to transform health, performance, and emotional resilience. You'll discover the role of CO2 in calming the nervous system, why proper breathing techniques are essential for strength and recovery, and how you can integrate some of the best breathing techniques into your daily life and training routines. OUR GUEST Brian is an innovator and pioneer in developing and applying custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His work harnesses and integrates respiratory (breathing), movement, strength & conditioning, and endurance-based training approaches to elicit unprecedented positive results. His protocols and programs have been used to accelerate and raise mental and physical performance in world-class Olympic and professional athletes, first responders, musicians, actors, top executives, elite military operators, the tactical firearms community, prisoners in institutions, and the health of people suffering from chronic and pathological issues. Brian's work is voluntarily and repeatedly subjected to rigorous 3rd party scientific testing, re-testing, and improvement, at top institutions. He has been contracted, and his work is involved in research projects at Stanford University School of Medicine, California State University Fullerton, San Francisco State University, and the UFC Performance Institute. Brian is himself a highly accomplished practitioner. He completed Ironman (Canada, 2004), the Western States 100-mile, and The Angeles Crest 100-mile runs using adapted training protocols he developed to improve performance. He is the co-founder of The Art of Breath, a division of SH//FT that teaches a principles-based approach to breath & performance. Brian has also co-authored the book Power Speed Endurance, The New York Times Best Seller UnBreakable Runner, and UnPlugged, which assesses the integration of emergent technology and human performance. He has voluntarily integrated and invested his programs at varying California State Prisons, including San Quentin, Pelican Bay, and Corcoran, with tremendous success. His programs have been featured in Outside Magazine, Men's Health, Runners World, Triathlete Magazine, Men's Journal, and periodicals such as The Economist. Brian and his protocols have been featured in 2 of Timothy Ferriss' New York Times bestselling books, including: “The 4-Hour Body” and “Tools of Titans” and Scott Carney's New York Times best-seller “What Doesn't Kill Us.” His clients have included: Ari Emanuel, Kelly Starrett, Tim Ferriss, U.S. Military (Navy, Army, Marines - including elite units), varying Law Enforcement Agencies, Canadian Military (CANSOF), Jon “Bones” Jones, Laird Hamilton, Tia Clair Toomey (5X CrossFit Games Champion), Rich Froning Jr. (4X CrossFit Games Champion) and many others. Brian is the Founder & Creative Director of SHIFT, Co-Founder and President of The Health and Human Performance Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to researching how breath and innate tools can optimize and help health and human performance. BRIAN MACKENZIE

Join us as Brian Mackenzie shares his groundbreaking insights on the importance of breath in managing stress and optimizing performance. Learn about the pivotal role that breath assessment plays in understanding your body's CO2 levels and how it impacts your nervous system and overall health. Brian explains how mastering your breath can enhance your VO2Max, ultimately leading to improved physical and mental resilience. Key Points   ✅ Breath can hold the key to improve VO2Max and optimal recovery and performance  ✅ This simple breath assessment indicates how sensitive we are to CO2, where our nervous system is, and how reactive we are to stress. ✅ Our breath responds to the energy needs of our bodies - via our nervous system - every moment of our lives. By measuring the time of our exhale, we can gain insight into how the deepest parts of our body cope with stress Brian Mackenzie Brian is a health human performance specialist with more than two decades experience of innovating new protocols for research, and for training Coaches, Olympians, Professional Athletes, Entrepreneurs, Musicians, Actors, High Performers and everyday people on the use of biological tools to achieve maximum output in training, performance and recovery through understand physiology. He is the author of Power Speed Endurance, co-author of UnPlugged the New York Times Best Seller, Unbreakable Runner. He created The Art of Breath, a principles based approach to teaching breathing's response to the body. 

How can something as simple as your breath unlock greater resilience, enhance performance, and transform how you navigate high-stress moments?Our guest today is Brian Mackenzie, a human performance expert and pioneer in the field of breathwork, endurance, and stress adaptation. And he's back for the second time on the podcast. As the founder of Shift Adapt, Brian's innovative training methods blend breathing protocols, movement, and mindset strategies to optimize health, performance, and resilience for athletes and everyday individuals alike. In this conversation, you'll learn how mastering your breath can be one of the keys to unlocking your potential. But it's not just about performance; Brian shares how breath control is a remote control for your nervous system, helping you manage high-stress situations and live with greater clarity and presence.If you're looking to deepen your understanding of how to harness your breath for both high performance and everyday well-being, this conversation is packed with insights.With Fire,MG-----WATCH this episode on our YouTube channel.Connect with us on our Instagram.Order my book, "The First Rule of Mastery" HERE!For more information and shownotes from every episode, head to findingmastery.com.To check out our exclusive sponsor deals and discounts CLICK HERESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Critical Oxygen Podcast, I am joined by Brian McKenzie where we talk about maximizing human potential and shifting physiology through proper breathing. In this episode, we discuss the impact of breathing on various physiological systems and how it can be used as a tool for improving endurance, reducing stress, and enhancing overall well-being. Brian emphasizes the importance of understanding and controlling breathing patterns during exercise and everyday life. We also discuss the interplay between the aerobic system, the parasympathetic nervous system, and mitochondrial function. We emphasize the importance of nasal breathing during low level activity. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding and optimizing our physiology for better health and performance. More about Brian: Brian is an innovator and pioneer in developing and applying custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His work harnesses and integrates respiratory (breathing), movement, strength & conditioning, and endurance-based training approaches to elicit unprecedented positive results. His protocols and programs have been used to accelerate and raise mental and physical performance in world-class Olympic and professional athletes, first responders, musicians, actors, top executives, elite military operators, the tactical firearms community, prisoners in institutions, and the health of people suffering from chronic and pathological issues. TAKEAWAYS - Proper breathing techniques can have a significant impact on physiology and human performance. - Breathing affects various physiological systems, including the nervous system, oxygen utilization, and acid-base balance. - Monitoring and controlling breathing patterns can help optimize endurance, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. - Breathing through the nose and maintaining a relaxed, controlled breath can promote parasympathetic tone and enhance recovery. Enjoying these podcasts, subscribe to get notified when new episodes are released. If you have a question or topic you want us to address, leave a comment! Follow Phil on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/criticalo2 Follow Brian on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_brianmackenzie/ Or visit his website - https://shiftadapt.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Background 09:04 From CrossFit Endurance to Respiratory Physiology 25:53 Monitoring Breathing for Optimal Performance 32:38 Transition Points in Breathing and Metabolism 39:04 Cleaning Up Limitations and Optimizing Performance 50:46 Understanding the Role of the Diaphragm in Breathing 01:05:42 The Importance of Flux and Flexibility in Physiology 01:13:27 Actionable Takeaways: Walking, Nasal Breathing, and Exploring KEYWORDS breathing, physiology, human performance, endurance, breath control, optimization, stress reduction, well-being, aerobic system, parasympathetic nervous system, mitochondrial function, breathing, nasal breathing, metabolic flexibility, stress, rest, walking, low-level activity, slow controlled breathing, stress reduction, physiology, health, performance

As an Educator and Coach at SH/FT, Emily Hightower leverages her expertise in the neurophysiology of trauma and resilience to help clients master their stress response and improve their quality of life. By combining over 25 years of experience as a breathing expert, yoga teacher, river guide, and wilderness EMT, Emily empowers high performers to disrupt limits, align with nature, and heal their bodies and minds. Emily developed SH/FT's Skill of Stress course and teaches the N=1 Exposure Experience and Mentorship program with Brian MacKenzie. Her experiential teaching approach enables clients to understand and direct their stress response to drive optimal performance under pressure while promoting long-term balance. Before joining SH/FT, Emily founded Intrinsic, where she helped combat veterans, athletes, and clients recovering from substance abuse resolve past traumas and gain clarity using a science-based approach and tools such as breath, exposure, somatic yoga, archery, and integrative nutrition. Earlier in her career, Emily's practice was based in a neurology clinic, where she integrated her approach with cutting-edge neuroscience and research. Her clients include the United States Special Operations Command Adaptive Care Unit and other Veterans services in the US and Abroad. She also served as the Education Director for the Headwaters Institute, facilitating river education seminars on 28 watersheds in the US and Chile. Emily is a Master Yoga Teacher with 16,000+ hours of teaching experience specializing in Pranayama Breathing. She lives with her husband, Brian Hightower, and their son and loves to ski, run rivers, and bow hunt.   Emily Hightower on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram

Men today live in a constant state of stress. Despite never being safer from external threats, modern society presents us with more stress than any other generation before us—and it's killing us.  In fact, when you live in a constant state of stress, things that are considered healthy—like weight lifting, cardio workouts, and cold & hot therapy—actually become unhealthy. They deplete your energy savings, swirling your cortisol levels to unmanageable heights, and create a vicious cycle of even more stress.  That's the bad news.  The worse news is that the solution is so simple, most men will ignore it.  That's why I invited human performance specialist, Brian Mackenzie, back onto the Better Man Podcast to prove to you—beyond a shadow of a doubt—that doing less is more effective than tacking on more to your already busy schedule.  For example, if you can go on a 45-minute walk per day without breathing through your mouth or bringing your phone, you will be healthier and have greater longevity than 90% of the world.  In this episode, Brian and I discuss:  The two easiest (and most effective) ways to improve your health, happiness, and longevity  How doing high-intensity workouts backfires when you don't do the simple, foundational exercises  Why a positive mind (and a dog) are the two best “investments” you can make into your health and longevity  And so much more that flips the “more, more, more!” mentality most of us have on its head with unconventional wisdom including…  The single best modality, according to scientific research, to slow down the aging process and combat diseases (4:57)  Why movement is the most effective way to delay your death (6:58)  What's the main difference between people living in “blue zones,” where they live well over 100 years old? Brian explains the difference here… (14:52)  Why walking is more important to your longevity than strength training, cardio, and even yoga (16:14)  Do you walk with your mouth open? Here's what this habit reveals about your health… (17:47)  Why Brian recommends avoiding higher intensity exercise if you're a high-stress individual (26:19)  How low level forms of exercise actually help your body adapt to higher intensity workouts (26:57)  Why a positive mind is the best health and wellness “hack” you can have (37:09)  The simple, yet wildly effective “Embrace Change” mindset shift for exponentially increasing your longevity (57:59)  Best practices for mixing in saunas and cold plunges into your cardio or strength training workouts (1:04:06)  Why simply buying a dog might be the best investment you can make for your health (1:23:46)  How removing phrases like “I need to…” from your vocabulary instantly makes your happier and healthier (1:26:29)  Resources mentioned on this episode:  1. Receive a free daily breathing plan based on your Breathing Calculator results: Your breath gives you important insights into your overall health. Take Brian's Breathing Calculator test here and receive a free daily breathing plan when you finish: https://shiftadapt.com/breath-calculator/  2. Go to Brian's website, Shift Adapt: If you'd like to learn more about Brian's company, Shift Adapt, and how he can help you boost your health and longevity, visit his website here: https://shiftadapt.com  3. Sign up for the MFY Breath Series: If you want to work on your breath and yoga practice at the same time, I invite you to sign up for the MFY Breath Series here: https://manflowyoga.tv/programs/collection-breath-series-challenge?category_id=66093  Related Episodes:  Episode 82: The Power of Being Alone: My 24-Hour Solo Retreat Experience Episode 75: Subtract; Don't Add (Creating Space to Create Change for 2024) Episode 36: Training To Chill Out: Nasal Breathing, Cold Plunges, & Why Less is More w/ Brian Mackenzie Episode 1: Why Breath is the Most Critical Component to Your Health w/ Brian Mackenzie  Other important links:  Want to improve your sexual wellness, get stronger erections, and last longer in bed? Then join the FREE 7-Day Sexual Wellness Challenge here: https://shrtlnk.co/uA27H  Want to unlock more flexibility and strength, reduce your risk of injury, and feel your absolute best over the next 7 days? Then join the FREE 7-Day Beginner's Yoga for Men Challenge here: https://shrtlnk.co/pTVc7  Tired of doing a form of yoga that causes more injuries than it helps prevent? The cold, hard truth is men need yoga specifically designed for them. Well, here's some good news: You can start your 7-day free trial to Man Flow Yoga by visiting https://shrtlnk.co/kP8M7 

The growing understanding of how vision and breathing directly affect the brain—rather than the more generic categories of the mind and emotions is a topic that we find fascinating. And today, in this special encore release from the Collective Insights vault, Dr. Andrew Huberman, professor of neuroscience at Stanford, and Brian MacKenzie, renowned coach and innovator in health and fitness, join Daniel Schmachtenberger to discuss the neuroscience of vision and breathing to shift out of fear based states. Listen for breath and vision protocols to consciously override fear in real time, giving you the power to shape both your physiology and psychology, objectively and subjectively. Sponsored by Qualia Senolytic: https://neurohacker.com/podcastoffer. Use code podcast when you shop Qualia Senolytic for 15% off your order. Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neurohacker/. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neurohackercollective. Email: support@neurohacker.com.

Avi's Bio: Hi I'm Avi, a multidisciplinary Wellness Coach helping people create change through functional breath-work and contrast therapy.   With a diverse background working in Fashion, Tech, and Anti-Aging Medicine, one major turning point in my career was my education in Health and Wellness. At a time where I was at a mental and physical low point - overweight, depressed, and suffering from addiction, I found the Wim Hof Method and adopted it as a daily practice. I formed habits of morning breath-work, cold submersion, and sauna usage, all of which helped me with weight-loss, sleep quality, addiction, and overall restoration of energy.   In this newly formed path, I became a Certified Wim Hof Instructor in 2018. In addition, I've dedicated my time to learning other breath modalities such as The Art of Breath, The Oxygen Advantage, and taking courses with Brian Mackenzie and XPT. I am continually looking to gain more knowledge and provide genuine support and love to all who attend my workshops. I aim to create a safe, harmonious space for everyone I teach. Coaching athletes, entrepreneurs, yogis, and everyone in between, I too learn from everyone I train.   By utilizing stress as a method for growth, I've been able to accomplish more in my personal and professional life. My barometer for success is measured by helping others expand their comfort zone and develop better tools for dealing with stress. I propose that stress not be seen as a negative. By using stress to adapt, we become more resilient; creating a new pathway to healing and a deeper connection with our bodies. Through mindset-training and breath-work, I redefine the relationship with stress, ultimately this leads to a better understanding of oneself and how to thrive in our modern society. Additionally, I'll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest's choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Breathe for ALS. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Avi on: Website: https://www.avigreenberg.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avi-greenberg-bb71245/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avilu/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Andrew Huberman The Happiest Baby on the Block - Harvey Karp Juan Pablo Alvarez Wim Hof

In this episode of The Align Podcast, Brian Mackenzie joins us for a discussion on the science of breathwork and its performance enhancing effects. We explore the ways in which C02 tolerance can be a game-changer for your health, as well as Brian's techniques for nasal breathing. We also discuss big wave surfers, their ability to stay calm in chaotic situations, and ways this impacts their mental state. We round up the conversation with ways to navigate internal noise, and how we can all build a better mindset when it comes to health and wellness. Brian Mackenzie is an innovator and pioneer in developing and applying custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His work harnesses and integrates respiratory (breathing), movement, strength & conditioning, and endurance-based training approaches to elicit unprecedented positive results. His protocols and programs have been used to accelerate and raise mental and physical performance in world-class Olympic and professional athletes, first responders, musicians, actors, top executives, elite military operators, the tactical firearms community, prisoners in institutions, and the health of people suffering from chronic and pathological issues. Brian's work is voluntarily and repeatedly subjected to rigorous 3rd party scientific testing, re-testing, and improvement, at top institutions. He has been contracted, and his work is involved in research projects at Stanford University School of Medicine, California State University Fullerton, San Francisco State University, and the UFC Performance Institute. Brian is himself a highly accomplished practitioner. He completed Ironman (Canada, 2004), the Western States 100-mile, and The Angeles Crest 100-mile runs using adapted training protocols he developed to improve performance. He is the co-founder of The Art of Breath, a division of SH//FT that teaches a principles-based approach to breath & performance. Brian has also co-authored the book Power Speed Endurance, The New York Times Best Seller UnBreakable Runner, and UnPlugged, which assesses the integration of emergent technology and human performance. He has voluntarily integrated and invested his programs at varying California State Prisons, including San Quentin, Pelican Bay, and Corcoran, with tremendous success. His programs have been featured in Outside Magazine, Men's Health, Runners World, Triathlete Magazine, Men's Journal, and periodicals such as The Economist. Brian and his protocols have been featured in 2 of Timothy Ferriss' New York Times bestselling books, including: “The 4-Hour Body” and “Tools of Titans” and Scott Carney's New York Times best-seller “What Doesn't Kill Us.” His clients have included: Ari Emanuel, Kelly Starrett, Tim Ferriss, U.S. Military (Navy, Army, Marines - including elite units), varying Law Enforcement Agencies, Canadian Military (CANSOF), Jon “Bones” Jones, Laird Hamilton, Tia Clair Toomey (5X CrossFit Games Champion), Rich Froning Jr. (4X CrossFit Games Champion) and many others. Brian is the Founder & Creative Director of SHIFT, Co-Founder and President of The Health and Human Performance Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to researching how breath and innate tools can optimize and help health and human performance. Thank you to our sponsors: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-yearsupply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/ALIGN. Head over to brain.fm/align and get 30% off using the offer code ALIGN and experience deeperfocus, relaxation, and sleep, on demand with Brain.fm.

Regular listeners will know that I'm a big fan of mobility and strength work, to the point where I have regularly recommended to athletes that they reduce their swim, bike, and run volume and use that time to work out in the gym (or at home). Several years ago I came across a book written by this week's guest, Brian MacKenzie. The book was “Unbreakable Runner” and the principle was to replace a lot of running volume with CrossFit-style workouts. Brian used this approach to complete his first 50 mile ultra on a much lower volume of running than you might expect, and he uses this approach with athletes he coaches. In our chat we discuss: The Unbreakable Runner - less volume, more intervals, and a lot more strength work Breathing as a measure of exercise intensity - Brian introduces the 5 gear system (22:00) Skill development for endurance athletes to reduce injuries (40:50) The negative impacts of wearable technology (56:45) Why mood is the most valuable metric for athlete performance (1:00:10) Valuing your time, and aligning behaviours with goals (1:01) To find out more about Brian please visit the following places Websites HHP Foundation Brian MacKenzie Instagram @shift_adapt   To purchase Brian's books PowerSpeedEndurance UnBreakable Runner UnPlugged Brian also recommended the following book: Awareness by Anthony deMello During the conversation Brian also mentioned the unique strength workouts created by the BEST BIG WAVE SURFER of all time, Laird Hamilton. Please visit XPTLife  and view a workout here: Laird Hamilton's Revolutionary Pool Workout.   To contact Beth regarding Life Coaching, please email her at Info@BethanyWardLifeCoaching.uk.   To leave a review of the podcast on Apple podcasts CLICK HERE.   Sports Nutrition questions - if you have a sports nutrition question that you would like answered on the podcast, please email it to me via Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com. Join our SWAT/High Performance Human tribe using this link, with a happiness guarantee! You can watch a brief video about the group by going to our website here, and join our SWAT High Performance Human tribe here. Purchase a copy of my High Performance Human e-book featuring more than 30 top tips on how to upgrade your life. If you would like to help offset the cost of our podcast production, we would be so grateful. Please click here to support the HPH podcast. Thank you! Visit Simon's website for more information about his coaching programmes. Links to all of Simon's social media channels can be found here.  For any questions please email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.

Don't forget to breathe! This week our guest is Human Performance Specialist, Brian Mackenzie. Mariel and Melissa hear from Brian about how to optimize performance and stress, how to recognize stressors that may not be obvious to us, and what to do about them. Learn More about Brian Here: https://www.brianmackenzie.com Follow Brian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_brianmackenzie/?hl=en Hosts - Mariel Hemingway & Melissa Yamaguchi Executive Producer - Jeremiah D. Higgins Senior Sound Engineer - Richard Dugan Producer and Sound Engineer - Slater Smith ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click to Donate to the Mariel Hemingway Foundation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://account.venmo.com/u/MHFOUNDATION Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/marielhemingwayfoundation/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Mariel Hemingway Foundation Youtube Channel Here⁠ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR168j3R1Mtx0iUQXs-VigA

In this episode of the Smarter Not Harder Podcast, our guest Brian Mackenzie joins our host Dr. Scott Sherr to give one-cent solutions to life's $64,000 questions that include:   Why is CO2 so important in respiratory physiology? How does building up CO2 tolerance affect not only your parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems, but your aerobic and anaerobic metabolism as well? What is the importance of nasal breathing? Brian is the founder and CEO of SHIFT, a comprehensive and adaptive training program that focuses on breath control as a primary tool for improving performance. He is also the president and co-founder of the Health and Human Performance Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the research on how breath and innate tools can optimize and help health and human performance. He's an innovator in human performance on stress adaptation, and a pioneer in the development and application of custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His work harnesses and integrates respiratory movement, strength conditioning and endurance based training approaches to elicit unprecedented positive results. His protocols have been used to accelerate and raise both mental and physical performance in world class Olympic and professional athletes, top executives and elite military operators, as well as to improve the health for people suffering from various chronic and pathological issues.    What we discuss: [00:00] Understanding stress response and respiratory physiology [06:15] Positive prison population leads to positive staff population [17:59] Our attention span is decreasing due to technology and distractions. [23:29] Stress response is a human trait, hardwired in us, but we need to actively work on keeping it in check. [34:53] Hyperventilation can cause stress on the heart and disrupt the nervous system. [40:16] CO2 tolerance affects anxiety levels. [51:36] Breathing control can improve athletic performance. [57:11] Mouth breathing impacts aerobic capacity. [1:07:33] Breathing through the nose and chewing hard food can improve CO2 tolerance and prevent sleep apnea. [1:12:25] Manage stress and develop breath control before practicing breath hold techniques. [1:23:38] Manage stress by identifying stressors, avoiding reactive responses, and becoming aware of stressors in life for personal growth. [1:29:23] SHIFT is a membership site that offers programs to make everything more accessible to people.   Find more from Smarter Not Harder: Website: https://troscriptions.com/blogs/podcast | https://homehope.org Instagram: @troscriptions | @homehopeorg   Find out more from Brian Mackenzie: https://www.hhp-foundation.org/ Instagram: @_brianmackenzie   Get 10% Off Your Purchase of the Metabolomics Module by using PODCAST10 at https://www.homehope.org   Get 10% Off your Troscriptions purchase by using POD10 at https://www.troscriptions.com   Get daily content from the hosts of Smarter Not Harder by following @troscriptions on Instagram.  

What an informative and mind-blowing discussion we had with Brian MacKenzie. Brian is an innovator and pioneer in developing and applying custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His work harnesses and integrates respiratory (breathing), movement, strength & conditioning, and endurance-based training approaches to elicit unprecedented positive results.We talked about the 4-gear system, the myths of diaphragmatic breathing, Holotropic Breathing, problems with "Counting steps", why your breath hold time is important and much more. The Author of, The Art of Breath, took us on an educational ride that will leave you, Breathless. We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies. Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. Crackin Backs Podcast

On this episode of Random Encounter, we're digging into all the news from the Feb 2023 Nintendo Direct!Here at RPGFan, we look forward to Nintendo Directs like children look forward to Santa Claus. The only difference is that we KNOW when the man in red is supposed to arrive, but Nintendo always keeps us guessing. Thankfully, the wait is over for the first Direct of the year, and we got a massive sack of RPG presents! This week, the panel discusses all of the big news, chats about the most recent Fire Emblem game, Fire Emblem Engage, and takes a close look at One Piece Odyssey and if it's a decent way to break into the seemingly impenetrable One Piece franchise!Featuring: Jono Logan, Wes Iliff, and Brian Mackenzie; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Fire Emblem Engage ReviewFire Emblem ReviewOne Piece Odyssey Review

In the 142nd episode of The Strength Connection Podcast, Mike and our special guest, Professor at the Carrick Institute in Rocky Mountain University and Researcher, Dr. Mike T Nelson, will talk about heat transfer experiment, the metabolic flexibility project, ways to check metabolic flexibility at home, homeostatic regulators, and more.Join us in this insightful and captivating talk! In this chapter, you will discover:(0:45) Welcome to our special guest Professor at the Carrick Institute in Rocky Mountain University and Researcher, Dr. Mike T Nelson @drmiketnelson(2:15) Dr. Mike's origin story(2:20) Interest in science(3:05) Starting lifting early(3:40) Undergrad psychology class (4:50) Heat transfer experiment(6:10) Presentation for DARPA(8:10) New psychology class(9:00) Working in a cube environment(9:20) NSCA CSCS(10:00) Training people(10:15) Ph.D. work in biomechanical engineering(11:00) What does Dr. Mike currently do?(11:45) About metabolic flexibility(13:10) Lack of choice for projects(14:00) The Metabolic Flexibility project(16:20) Metabolic inflexibility(19:50) From inflexible to flexible(20:40) Insulin-dependent and insulin-independent(23:10) Ways to check metabolic flexibility at home(25:35) Fasted cardio(27:00) Why is fasted cardio easier in practice?(28:05) Opposite data(28:10) Shout out to Dr. Jeff Rothschild @eatsleep.fit(28:25) Shout out to Ryan Baxter @ryanjasonbaxtor(28:40) Is fasted cardio magical?(30:15) Should you do fasted cardio?(32:15) The flexibility levels(33:30) Dr. Mike's pet peeve(33:50) Homeostatic regulators(34:50) Steps to become more resilient(35:10) Heat acclimation(36:00) “The greater your buffer zone is in temperature, pH level, that's the key to advanced recovery, longevity, and being more robust antifragile.” - Dr. Mike T Nelson @drmiketnelson(37:10) Sauna village(37:10) Shout out to Krista Scott-Dixon @stumptuous(37:30) Shout out to Thadius Owen @primalhacker(38:25) Shout out to Laird Hamilton @lairdhamilton(39:20) Benefits of cold showers(39:40) At home cold immersion(42:50) Voluntarily suffering(43:50) Stress-related thoughts(44:50) “You have to pick some stressors in your life.” - Dr. Mike T Nelson @drmiketnelson(45:20) “You have to pick what stressors you want to expose yourself to and if you do that in an intelligent manner your body rewards you by getting better at those things via adaptation.” - Dr. Mike T Nelson @drmiketnelson(45:45) Meditative practice(46:15) Shout out to John Danaher @danaherjohn(46:30) Stress lessen(47:25) Shout out to Brian Mackenzie @_brianmackenzie(47:25) Shout out to Rob Wilson @preparetoperform(48:40) Mike and Chris' nose breathing experiment(49:30) One of Dr. Mike's training methods(51:20) What's next with Dr. Mike?Where to find Dr. Mike T Nelson? @drmiketnelsonwww.flexdiet.com www.physiologicflexibility.com 

On this episode of Random Encounter, we're talking about two games: one controversial, one not!Square Enix's recent release, Forspoken, had a rough ride during its development, and it doesn't look like that ended with its release. While many think it's a perfectly fine action RPG, others feel it's a disaster. Where does Izzy fall on that spectrum? Then, Brian indulges in his love of the beat-'em-up genre with the release of the RPG-infused River City Girls 2! And finally, should dated or problematic content in remasters and re-releases of old games be discussed in reviews? Jono passionately argues, yes. And also, he should probably drink less caffeine before recording these things...Featuring: Jono Logan, Brian Mackenzie, and Izzy Parsons; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Forspoken ReviewRiver City Girls 2 ReviewPersona 3 Portable ReviewPersona 4 Golden Review

On this episode of Inside The Inpsired, we sit down with Dimitry Polyakov, PT, the founder of Total Physical Therapy. With over 30 years of clinical orthopedic experience, including treatment of amateur, Olympic, and professional athletes from the NCAA, NBA, NHL to the NFL and MLB, Dr. Polyakov is a highly respected and accomplished physical therapist. He uses a functional biomechanical model of treatment that analyzes movement dysfunction and the compensation patterns that are created as a result, with a focus on the "how" and "why" of recovery so as to maintain the gains met with each session. Dr. Polyakov is internationally certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy of the Spine and a Graston Technique Certified Practitioner. This episode offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights from one of the most experienced and respected physical therapists in the field. Don't miss this chance to learn from the best! Resources: Unplugged by Brian MacKenzie: https://a.co/d/8vNeI5j Breathe The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor: https://a.co/d/aRqqh50 The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D., https://a.co/d/bnPem8G Wim Hof YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxHTM1FYxeC4F7xDsBVltGg

"Do you think games are silly little things?"Most RPGs aren't designed to be played multiple times. You take in the story, see a few numbers increase incrementally, fight a boss, and roll some credits. But that doesn't stop a huge number of RPG fans from replaying their favorites multiple times, and Retro Encounter's panel is no exception. Today, a team of panelists details eight of their favorite games that they've replayed multiple times - sometimes the games cooperate by providing new choices and a variety of gameplay options; other times there's much less of that, but seeing these characters again is like visiting old friends.  Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Audra Bowling, Brian Mackenzie, Tin Manuel; Edited by Jonathan LoganOpening and ending music by Miles MorkriGet in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

It's flashback Friday where we bring you the greatest hits from the TFC Audio Project hosted by The Foot Collective's Canadian founder Nick St Louis. In this episode from 2020 Nick chats to Brian Mackenzie an innovator in human performance and stress adaptation. They discuss breathing, how he got into breath, and the physiology of respiration. They also touch a bit on mental health and they finish by talking about what it means to be a health storyteller. Helpful links: Foot health program - fix your feet with our ultimate 42-day guided program Join the community - free education, training and support Shop - TFC tools and training (se the code R2E10 to save 10%) Fountain - Earn money while you listen to our podcast Follow us: Instagram TikTok YouTube Facebook Audio: Quote - Allan Watts Music: Dream Chaser - Lunareh Written By - Wiriyapa Chansuwong Performed & Produced By - LunarehDestiny Beach - Cody MartinWritten by - Cody Kurtz MartinPerformed & Produced By - Cody Kurtz Martin

Brain MacKenzie joins us today to talk about breath, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves. Brian is a Human Performance Specialist with over 20 years of experience as a strength and conditioning coach. In this show we talk:The fundamental physiology of breathing and respirationHow our physiology can impact us psychologically The deep work needed to optimize true health and performanceStorytelling is the key difference between humans & other animalsDisconnection from self that lead to stress and anxiety, and how breath can play into it.Get more from Brian:Instagram: @_brianmackenziehttps://www.brianmackenzie.com/https://shiftadapt.com/Get more from Enlifted Coaches:http://enlifted.me / @enliftedcoachesKimberly: @kimberly.kestingEnrollment for Enlifted Level 1 Certification is OPEN!Go a layer deeper with your clients using The Enlifted Method. Utilize the practical mindset tools of words, story, and breath to get real, lasting results. Stand out as a pro mindset coach and Get Enlifted Certified.Classes Start:Group 33: Starts Monday, February 20 at 3-5pm EST for 9 weeksGroup 34: Starts Tuesday, February 28 at 12-2pm EST for 9 weeksGroup 35: Starts Wednesday, March 8 at 6-8pm EST for 9 weeksQuestions before you enroll? Book a Discovery Call The Enlifted Method Coaches FREE Workshop: happening LIVE on Tuesday, February 7th at 12pm EST on Zoom. Sign up at http://enlifted.me/live-workshop/

Muscle Intelligence has opened the doors temporarily for new members ready to start in January 2023. We train Champions. If you're interested, head to muscleintelligence.com/apply to see if you quality. Today's podcast is centered around the pillar that I believe holds the key to unlocking new levels of health and performance: the breath.  Breathing is a simple, foundational practice that is often overlooked in the world of high performance due to its simplicity.  However, with practice, you can master these specific breathing techniques to revolutionize the way you train, recover, and, ultimately, conduct yourself in the world around you. This episode's featured experts will give you the tools you need to optimize your breath and train your nervous system to perform at a higher level. You'll hear from: Dr. Andrew Huberman, on three deep rest protocols, and how they work at the level of the autonomic nervous system. James Nestor, with the #1 game-changing, and often under-utilized, performance lever. Brian Mackenzie, on the best practices to improve CO2 tolerance for athletic success, brain function and, life optimization. Dr. Jay Wiles, with expert tips on how to calm the nervous system and recover better, so you can consistently perform at a peak state. And myself - I expand on the recent science of, plus my own experiences with, the tools that EVERY high performer should be equipped with. Don't forget your copy of the episode guide with the most important facts and protocols. You'll learn: The VITAL Breath Practices for Optimal Recovery How to Solve for Snoring, Sleep Apnea, Dehydration, and More The Most Efficient Breathing Tools for Athletic Performance Three Protocols that Solve for Lost Sleep and Autonomic Dysregulation How to Improve Your CO2 Tolerance for Better Brain Function

During 2022 we spoke to Olympic champions, Hall of Fame athletes, and leading experts in various fields of research and human performance – and this week, we're sharing our favorite conversations. It's an episode that's equal parts education and inspiration. Throughout our Best Of episode, you'll hear from Emily Capodilupo on alcohol's effect on the body (2:41), Andy Blow on hydrating to prepare for a night of drinking (5:55), Dr. Hazel Wallace on creating better nutritional habits (8:48), Dr. Maya Shankar on how to stay committed to goals (13:45), Reggie Miller on how practice led him to a winning mindset (19:12), Michael Phelps on his battle with depression and anxiety (24:24), Sloane Stephens on mental health and being open to understanding others (31:15), Dr. Andrew Huberman on breathing protocols to reduce stress and improve health (36:41), and Brian MacKenzie on the benefits of nose breathing (42:43).Resources:Ep. 171 Michael PhelpsEp. 173 Sloane StephensEp. 181 Andy BlowEp. 184 Brian MacKenzieEp. 185 Emily Capodilupo on AlcoholEp. 192 Maya ShankarEp. 193 Reggie MillerEp. 195 Dr. Andrew HubermanEp. 198 Dr. Hazel WallaceSupport the show

Most people who take their health and fitness seriously fall into a major trap which wipes out all the benefits of better health: They add too much to their plate. Each additional thing they add to their plate decreases their mental, physical, and emotional health. But most importantly, it causes them to lose sight of who they are. For example, in addition to yoga, they also lift weights, do daily cold plunges, fast, buy a new puppy, take on a new client, and try to maximize every single second of their day. But this backfires—and even turns the benefits of any one activity into “anti-benefits.”  The solution?  Training to chill out instead of training so you can add more to your already overflowing plate.  Nobody understands this concept quite like Brian Mackenzie. Brian founded Shift Adapt, wrote a New York Times Best Seller, and trained elite athletes, entrepreneurs, and marines.  In this episode, you'll discover why you must train to chill out, why nasal breathing can improve your mental health, and why driving under the speed limit is one of the best activities you can do.  Listen now. Show highlights include:  How to improve your fitness, career, and relationship habits by simply breathing out of your nose (5:40)  The “Black Belt” mindset shift for reaching your fitness goals in half the time (9:04)  How “decluttering” your fitness regimen makes you more excited for each exercise you do (even ones you dislike) (11:11)  Why wanting to be healthy as your main fitness goal almost guarantees you'll fall short (and what to do instead) (13:33)  The 7 shocking benefits of nasal breathing that most people don't realize (15:27)  Why plunging into ice cold water may eliminate your allergies entirely (21:43)  How chilling out and relaxing is actually the single most important type of “training” you can do (24:22)  The counterintuitive wat cold plunging came make you lose muscle, lower your testosterone, and even gain weight (even if the science disagrees) (37:15)  Why driving the speed limit or under is the most effective “biohack” you can do this week (42:47)  Why breathing through your nose 90% of the time enhances your physical and mental fitness more than anything else (59:46)  Your breath is the best indicator of how well you handle stress. By handling your stress better, everything becomes easier and conquerable. If you want to improve your breathing, go to Brian's website here: https://shiftadapt.com/breathwork/  Want to unlock more flexibility and strength, reduce your risk of injury, and feel your absolute best over the next 7 days? Then join the FREE 7-Day Beginner's Yoga for Men Challenge here: https://ManFlowYoga.com/7dc.  Tired of doing a form of yoga that causes more injuries than it helps prevent? The cold, hard truth is men need yoga specifically designed for them. Well, here's some good news: You can start your 7-day free trial to Man Flow Yoga by visiting https://ManFlowYoga.com/join.

Brian MacKenzie is the Founder & Creative Director of SHIFT, Co-Founder and President of The Health and Human Performance Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to researching how breath and innate tools can optimize and help health and human performance. He is also the co-founder of The Art of Breath, a division of SHIFT that teaches a principles-based approach to breath & performance. Brian has also co-authored the book Power Speed Endurance, The New York Times Best Seller UnBreakable Runner, and UnPlugged, which assesses the integration of emergent technology and human performance. He has voluntarily integrated and run his program at San Quentin State Prison with tremendous success. His programs have been featured in Outside Magazine, Men's Health, Runners World, Triathlete Magazine, Men's Journal, and periodicals such as The Economist. Brian and his protocols have been featured in 2 of Timothy Ferriss' New York Times bestselling books, including: “The 4-Hour Body” and “Tools of Titans” and Scott Carney's New York Times best-seller “What Doesn't Kill Us.” Brian is himself a highly accomplished practitioner. He completed the Ironman (Canada, 2004) and completed the Western States 100-mile and The Angeles Crest 100-mile runs using adapted training protocols he developed to improve performance.Brian on IG : @_brianmackenzie &  @shift_adapt & @hhpfoundationBrian on TwitterL @brianmackenzieCompany Website: shiftadapt.com. Personal Website: Brianmackenzie.com 

As an Educator and Coach at SH/FT, Emily Hightower leverages her expertise in the neurophysiology of trauma and resilience to help clients master their stress response and improve their quality of life. By combining over 25 years of experience as a breathing expert, yoga teacher, river guide, and wilderness EMT, Emily empowers high performers to disrupt limits, align with nature, and heal their bodies and minds. Emily developed SH/FT's Skill of Stress course and teaches the N=1 Exposure Experience and Mentorship program with Brian MacKenzie. Her experiential teaching approach enables clients to understand and direct their stress response to drive optimal performance under pressure while promoting long-term balance. Before joining SH/FT, Emily founded Intrinsic, where she helped combat veterans, athletes, and clients recovering from substance abuse resolve past traumas and gain clarity using a science-based approach and tools such as breath, exposure, somatic yoga, archery, and integrative nutrition. Earlier in her career, Emily's practice was based in a neurology clinic, where she integrated her approach with cutting-edge neuroscience and research. Her clients include the United States Special Operations Command Adaptive Care Unit and other Veterans services in the US and Abroad. She also served as the Education Director for the Headwaters Institute, facilitating river education seminars on 28 watersheds in the US and Chile. Emily is a Master Yoga Teacher with 16,000+ hours of teaching experience specializing in Pranayama Breathing. She lives with her husband, Brian Hightower, and their son and loves to ski, run rivers, and bow hunt. In today's episode of Barbell Shrugged you will learn: How to participate with you physiology and stop fighting it How respiration affects your state of being How to test CO2 sensitivity How to test your metabolic fitness through breath work How to get someone to calm down without telling them to calm down The three R's of building resilience Why movement is so important to connect with breathing and bracing Surface work vs. Deep work Should you be meditating or hyperventilating to build resilience To learn more, please go to https://rapidhealthreport.com Connect with our guests: Emily Hightower on Instagram Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Dr. Andy Galpin on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram Dan Garner on Instagram

On this episode of Random Encounter, we're going virtual! First, Caitlin examines the origins of a virtual band in the music biopic game, We Are OFK. Then, Brian steps into a virtual fantasy world in one of the only full-scale JRPGs available on VR platforms, RuinsMagus. And finally, Jono is back in Nova Scotia and is trying to teach his Mom how to play video games. It's... not going great, but there is always hope! Featuring: Jono Logan, Caitlin Argyros, Brian Mackenzie; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:We Are OFK Review

Is VO2 max the standard in determining an athlete's endurance and performance capacity?   Exercise physiologist Dr. Connie Sol joins us on today's episode of the Endurance Cartel Podcast and offers her input on the importance of VO2 max testing in an athlete's training and performance capacity.  We discuss the differences between lab and field testing, how the environment and everyday events impact VO2 measurements, and the best way to establish an accurate endurance baseline for athletes.  She also shares her observations regarding the long-term evolution of women vs. men in endurance competitions and the changes that appear in the lung function and physiology of a person affected by Covid-19.     Time stamps:   00:54- Today's topic- VO2 max and the importance of this test in an athlete's training and performance; 01:47- Introducing Dr. Connie Sol, Clinical Exercise Physiologist and Health & Wellness Consultant; 03:51- Is VO2 max an essential indicator for everyone, regardless of athletic performance? 06:37- How useful is VO2 max, and are VO2 max measurements an accurate overview of your performance? 10:29- VO2 max vs. lactate threshold levels- which one is a more precise indicator of endurance? 15:31- The way the environment affects VO2 max levels- differences between lab and field testing; 21:08- Breathing efficiency on athletes that have used different breathing enhancing protocols; 24:43- After effects of Covid-19, changes in the lung structure and decreasing lung capacity; 28:04- Can gadgets and current mass market technology offer the same accuracy in establishing an endurance baseline as a correlation between VO2 max, lactate threshold levels, heart rate monitoring, and other measurements? 29:57- Performance and endurance- men vs. women; 33:09- Cross-country skiing athletes- the best results in VO2 max measurements; 35:44- Getting in contact with Connie.      Quotes    “I don't believe I have ever met an athlete that is happy with their VO2 max. So, it doesn't matter what they're going to go through; they're always going to come off the treadmill and tell me: I can do better(...) The point is that they look at these fantastic scores and think that that's where they should be.”   “I believe that the applicability of VO2 max is left to science, more than performance (…), and you will see that it changes daily. So athletes who focus on it in their training and allow it to affect their psychological training will suffer”.    “Coaches underutilize portable VO2 systems because a lab is a lab, no friction, no wind, no heat (...).And so you have the athlete wear it, and yeah, he's going to be a little bit uncomfortable, but the point is you're going to be able to see a true performance, under pressure, outside, with friction on the track; of your athlete.”   “If you're going to set a baseline VO2 max, you need to get a perception of effort, get your lactate, do it all, and then use that information for what it's meant to be rather than focus on the max that's so variable, that the next day is going to be different (while) your lactate threshold might not be that different because it's more predictable on a day to day than your VO2 max.”     _______________________   Get in contact with Dr. Connie Sol:   Linkedin  ______________________________     Links selected from the episode:   VO2 max Norm values for VO2 max Lactic acid and lactate threshold Brian Mackenzie-Human Performance Specialist on the Endurance Cartel Podcast; Brian Mackenzie's social links: Website | Twitter  | Instagram  Louis Hamilton- Formula One racing driver  Louis Hamilton's declaration about the lingering effects of Covid 19 Louis Hamilton's social links: Mercedes AMG website | Twitter | Instagram | The Hamilton Commission Organization 5 K run Triathlon Leanda Cave- British triathlete Leanda Cave social links: Website | Instagram | Twitter Iron Man Competition Bjørn Dæhlie- highest recorded VO2 max measurements   __________________________     Follow Javier and the Endurance Cartel:   Website  Instagram LinkedIn  Twitter  Facebook Youtube Linktree   ______________________________   Support The Endurance Cartel Podcast

Today, Ed and Britney host a special conversation with Ed's brother and his wife, Brian & Mackenzie Holmes. This is a special conversation not only because of the close family connection, but because of the resiliency that Brian & Mackenzie exemplify in their life. As they share about their journey with infertility and the pursuit of investing in their health, we believe this conversation will be so encouraging for anyone who is navigating a really challenging time in life. 

Brian MacKenzie is a human performance and endurance expert, and the President and co-founder of The Health & Human Performance Foundation. He is on a mission to help everyone from top executives to the US military understand how breath can help optimize their health and performance. Brian joins the podcast to talk about what hypoxia is and why it matters (6:37), the downstream effects of improper breathing (10:42), the characteristics of optimal breathing (15:30), the physiological impact of mouth breathing (20:24), benefits of nasal breathing (28:13), elevating your awareness and achieving an optimal breath practice (35:27), and how to think about your breath in gears (35:59).Support the show

Brian Mackenzie is an innovator and pioneer in developing and applying custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His work harnesses and integrates respiratory (breathing), movement, strength, conditioning, and endurance-based training approaches to elicit unprecedented positive results. His protocols and programs have been used to accelerate and raise mental and physical performance in world-class Olympic and professional athletes, musicians, actors, top executives, elite military operators, prisoners in institutions, and the health of people suffering from chronic and pathological issues.   Brian's work is voluntarily and repeatedly subjected to rigorous 3rd party scientific testing, re-testing, and improvement, at top institutions. He has been contracted, and his work is involved in research projects at Stanford University School of Medicine, California State University Fullerton, San Francisco State University, and the UFC Performance Institute.   Brian is himself a highly accomplished practitioner. He completed the Ironman (Canada, 2004) and completed the Western States 100-mile and The Angeles Crest 100-mile runs using adapted training protocols he developed to improve performance.    He is the co-founder of The Art of Breath, a division of SHIFT that teaches a principles-based approach to breath & performance. Brian has also co-authored the book Power Speed Endurance, The New York Times Best Seller UnBreakable Runner, and UnPlugged, which assesses the integration of emergent technology and human performance.    He has voluntarily integrated and run his program at San Quentin State Prison with tremendous success. His programs have been featured in Outside Magazine, Men's Health, Runners World, Triathlete Magazine, Men's Journal, and periodicals such as The Economist. Brian and his protocols have been featured in 2 of Timothy Ferriss' New York Times bestselling books, including: “The 4-Hour Body” and “Tools of Titans” and Scott Carney's New York Times best-seller “What Doesn't Kill Us.”   Brian is the Founder & Creative Director of SHIFT, Co-Founder and President of The Health and Human Performance Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to researching how breath and innate tools can optimize and help health and human performance. In today's episode of Barbell Shrugged we cover:   Brian's path to finding breath work Common misconceptions about using breath work for training The difference between relief and resilience Finding root causes and eliminating negative stressors How physiology impacts stress response How to begin your own breath work practice   To learn more, please go to https://rapidhealthreport.com   Connect with our guests:   Brian Mackenzie on Instagram   Anders Varner on Instagram   Doug Larson on Instagram   Coach Travis Mash on Instagram   Dan Garner on Instagram   ————————————————    Please Support Our Sponsors   Eight Sleep - Save $150 on the Pod Pro and Pod Pro Cover   Organifi - Save 20% using code: “Shrugged” at organifi.com/shrugged BiOptimizers Probitotics - Save 10% at bioptimizers.com/shrugged

In this episode, I have human performance specialist,  former colleague,  and good friend Brian Mackenzie. We revisit his days at Crossfit, first as CrossFit Endurance and then his books PowerSpeedEndurance, Unbreakable Runner and Unplugged. Brian and Co. then focused on shifting the paradigm in training and preparation for endurance events and then expanding the skill first message throughout the world of human performance. SHIFT works with professional athletes, Fortune 500 executives, tactical personnel, and everyday people like us became an amazing lab for understanding how stress and our relationship with it shape human behavior. SHIFT's search for the most universal performance enhancement tool available led us down the rabbit hole of breathwork and ultimately resulted in the creation of the Art of Breath seminar series. The Art of Breath was designed to break down traditional silos in breathwork practices and make this amazing tool available to anybody regardless of the entry point.  Breath control is an incredibly powerful tool for improving resilience and enhancing performance for every living human on the planet.  Our journey traveling and developing this seminar highlighted a simple fact-people, even the highest performers on Earth manage stress poorly. I hope you guys enjoy this episode! Support the show

We react to every single situation in life with our breath and we have the power to choose how we respond to any situation by controlling our breath.Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I'll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.Today's clip is from episode 113 of the podcast with human performance specialist Brian MacKenzie.In this clip, he explains how we can use the power of our breath to become more present and help counteract the stresses and constant stimulus of modern-day life.Thanks to our sponsor http://www.athleticgreens.com/livemore Show notes and the full podcast are available at drchatterjee.com/113Order Dr Chatterjee's new book Happy Mind, Happy Life:UK version: https://amzn.to/304opgJUS & Canada version: https://amzn.to/3DRxjgpSupport the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/3oAKmxi. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.Follow me on instagram.com/drchatterjeeFollow me on facebook.com/DrChatterjeeFollow me on twitter.com/drchatterjeeukDISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of Random Encounter, it's Not-E3 time!Even though the illustrious gaming show is skipping a year, that doesn't mean there isn't a ridiculous amount of gaming news to sift through. Our panel talks about their favorite games of each day of the "show," and discusses what the future might hold for E3 and other gaming events in 2023 and beyond!Featuring: Jono Logan, Brian Mackenzie, Mario Garcia, Wes Iliff; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Final Fantasy XVIBear and BreakfastMarvel's Midnight SunsOne Piece OdysseyHonkai: Star RailGotham Knights9 Years of ShadowsThe UnlivingSymphony of War: The Nephilim SagaSacriFirePaper Animal RPGWrestleQuestSunday GoldPersona 4 GoldenPersona 5 RoyalStarfieldPentiment

Aaron Alexander: “If you're in a position all the time, it becomes your personality.” Alexander, a manual therapist and movement coach, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how your posture can impact your mood, plus: - How to fix your alignment (~17:53) - The best way to walk for longevity & a calmer mind (~28:57) - Why you should listen to crackling fire when you're stressed (~47:12) - Nonnegotiable habits for spinal health (~50:06) - Why you should regularly sit on the floor (~51:33) Referenced in the episode: - Alexander's book, The Align Method. - Alexander's podcast, Align Podcast. - Join the Align Community. - A study showing 86% of students had an easier time accessing uplifting memories in an upright position - Read more about Albert Mehrabian's 7-38-55% rule. - mbg Podcast episode #245, with James Nestor. - mbg Podcast episode #238, with Brian Mackenzie. - A study on access to greenery & recovering from gallbladder surgery. - Man's Search For Meaning, by Viktor Frankl. - Learn more about Joan Vernikos' research. - A study showing 2 minutes of walking associated with reduced mortality by 33%. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.

Today marks the 400th episode of the mbg podcast! What a journey it's been since our launch on June 12, 2017. The milestone of 400 speaks to the longevity of our show, so in the spirit of longevity, today's special episode will highlight the greatest nuggets of healthspan and lifespan advice we've heard on the podcast. Join mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, as he explores how to lead a happier, healthier life for as long as possible. Some highlights include: - How to fall back asleep after waking up in the middle of the night (~24:54) - Why breathing through your nose is crucial for immunity (~40:59) - The health benefits of walking outside in the cold (~47:02) - How to "think" yourself younger (~52:18) - Why loneliness is a huge health issue (~53:37) Referenced in the episode: - mbg Podcast episode #297, with William Li, M.D. - mbg Podcast episode #356, with Dan Buettner - mbg Podcast episode #345, with Simon Hill - mbg Podcast episode #363, with David Sinclair, Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #310, with Kristen Willeumier, Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #386, with Annabel Streets - mbg Podcast episode #293, with Mark Sisson - mbg Podcast episode #313, with Robb Wolf - mbg Podcast episode #368, with Shelby Harris, PsyD, DBSM - mbg Podcast episode #366, with Kara Fitzgerald, N.D. - mbg Podcast episode #361, with Ashley Jordan Ferira, Ph.D., RDN - mbg Podcast episode #391, with Frank Lipman, M.D. - mbg Podcast episode #317, with Patrick McKeown - mbg Podcast episode #238, with Brian Mackenzie - mbg Podcast episode #397, with Becca Levy, Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #327, with Sergey Young - mbg Podcast episode #267, with Marta Zaraska - mbg Podcast episode #392, with Emma Loewe - mbg Podcast episode #344, with Lisa Miller, Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #343, with Amishi Jha, Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #388, with Arthur Brooks, Ph.D. We at mbg are extraordinarily grateful for all of you—for tuning in, for sharing on social media, and for your reviews and thoughtful comments. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we always want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com.

Episode 183 of the Football Fitness Federation Podcast is with the Creative Director at Shift Brian Mackenzie. We discussed:

Brian Mackenzie is a human optimization expert, educator, and coach, recognized for his expertise in stress management & breath control. His research and protocols have shifted the way professional athletes and high performers around the world train for improved physiology and performance. Today, I wanted to tap into Brian's wisdom around breathwork. We discuss the power of nasal breathing and how changing your relationship with oxygen can dramatically affect how you perform—not just physically but emotionally and mentally. We also dig into learned behavior patterns and how they can subconsciously hold you back from succeeding in all areas of life. Key Takeaways with Brian MacKenzie The story of how Brian became a human performance specialist. Shifting the way endurance athletes train. Nasal breathing vs. mouth breathing. How lower intensity training and nasal breathing lead to improved performance and endurance. Don't let your ego get in the way of developing better physiology! The correlation between anxiety and low CO2. What does breathing have to do with your mental and emotional wellbeing? What you do is not who you are. Learn how your daily patterns affect everything! How challenging the norm and experimenting can change your life—and why Brian only drives the speed limit. How to become less attached to things to fully enjoy life.   Connect with Dean Pohlman Facebook YouTube Instagram

On this episode of Random Encounter, it's tabletop RPGs, farms, and Zelda-likes. Oh my!Neal returns to Random to talk about the recent Borderlands spinoff, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, Brian shares his thoughts about how Rune Factory 5 has advanced the series, and Greg returns to chat about Arietta of Spirits! Plus, Jono and the entire panel chats about the recent E3 cancelation and if the former giant of gaming conferences will be missed!Featuring: Jono Logan, Neal Chandran, Greg Delmage, Brian Mackenzie; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Tiny Tina's Wonderlands First ImpressionsRune Factory 5 ReviewFire Emblem Gaiden Review

Dean Fechner is a tough human.  From a first career as an Air Force Physical Training Instructor, through subsequent work in law enforcement in places ranging from the Australian Parliament House to the battlefields of Southern Iraq, he has demonstrated an incredible amount of character and resilience.  But his toughest challenge came not in uniform, but on the operating table.  In this episode, Dean chats with Ben and Tim about how he built his resilience and how it was tested through the medical challenges that he has faced – and how he is now using the lessons that he has learnt through his life to help other people.    04:22       Dean's background – joining the military, training as a sparky and then – becoming a Physical Training Instructor! 06:42       Secrets of the ADF Physical Training Instructor course – is it more than just learning how to shave your legs?! 10:00       Working as a PTI at the Australian Defence Force Academy 11:40       Leaving the Air Force and becoming one of the pioneers in the personal training industry 12:00       …and into the police force – a lifelong ambition 13:45       What are the differences between police and Defence Force training? 15:00       Balancing the competing requirements of policing – the ‘three block war' concept 17:53       Transitioning into security roles within Courts and Parliament 19:45       Into Southern Iraq and a training role in their National Police Academy 23:50       What did a normal day in Iraq look like? 25:45       Did Dean feel he was making a difference in Iraq? 28:40       Dealing with the stressors of life in a combat zone 31:00       Over and above the meaning of the work, how important was the money? 33:00       Work after Iraq 36:00       Unexplained health issues, culminating in the identification of a massive heart blockage 38:00       ‘The Widowmaker' – a medical diagnosis you don't want to receive 40:10       Bouncing back – physically and mentally 43:20       How did Dean keep going through it all? Mental and physical strategies 46:25       But then things started to plateau – and the headaches began… 47:40       …which were then diagnosed as a brain tumour 50:10       The importance of hope 51:00       Breathing, meditation – and studying psychology 58:00       Breathing techniques, including from Brian MacKenzie and Andrew Huberman 1:01:30    The value of Stoicism 1:03:25    Where to from here?   www.unforgiving60.com   Email us at debrief@unforgiving60.com   Instagram, Twitter: @Unforgiving60   External Links Dean's current work includes his role with Front and Centre, who provide bespoke solutions and support in the areas Sales Training, Leadership Training, Client Experience, Presentation Skills and more.   Music The Externals – available on Spotify Ben Frichot - available on Spotify

In this episode of A New Way of Living, I interview Reis Paluso about reuniting with your breath and how breathwork can change your life.   Incorporating a breath practice into your life can have huge benefits. When you develop breathing techniques for stress relief, anxiety relief, overall balance, and wellbeing, you'll see some big results.   As a surfer, husband, father of two young girls, and serial entrepreneur, Reis Paluso found himself searching for a way to maintain balance in life. After being introduced to the Wim Hof Method, he reignited a mind-body connection that he lost over time and opened up a journey of unlocking his true potential.    After a deep exploration of the Wim Hof Method, including two trips to Poland where he summited frozen mountains in sub-zero temperatures wearing only shorts and learned to love himself again, Reis realized that this was really just the tip of the iceberg.    The rabbit hole of breathwork and human optimization was blown open. Reis quickly became fascinated by all types of breathwork and began experiencing as many breathing methods and schools of breath as possible. He has been fortunate to study with some of the leaders in the field like Kasper van der Meulen, Dan Brule and Brian Mackenzie. Reis works privately with clients, including individuals and groups, and is also the co-founder and CEO of a breathwork community called Our Breath Collective.   ➢Enjoy the wow of algae nutrition with my favorite algae product, ENERGYbits: https://www.energybits.com/. Discount code DANVOSS for 20% off.   ➢For essential supplements like Vitamin D3, Magnesium, and Multivitamins, visit MD Logic Health: https://www.mdlogichealth.com/discount/danvoss30 Save 30% of your FIRST order with code danvoss30 at checkout (good for first purchase only).   https://www.mdlogichealth.com/discount/danvoss Save 15% of your order anytime with code danvoss at checkout.   ➢Enjoy some of the best coffee on the market, Kion Coffee: https://getkion.com/collections/see-all/products/kion-coffee. Discount code DANVOSS for 15% off.   ➢Enjoy Blossom, a blend of three calming adaptogens — lion's mane, reishi and full spectrum CBD — to help you better manage feelings of stress and anxiety: https://www.blossomwellness.co/. Discount code DANVOSS for 10% off.  

This week I am super lucky and proud to say that I got to chat to the Brian Mackenzie. Brian is some what of a legend in the sports performance world and has taken that knowledge in to the world of stress and human performance world now. Brian is a New York Times best selling author, founder of Shift/adapt, co-founder of the non profit health and human performance foundation and the art of breath, a coach and so much more. In this episode we get into the ideas around primary emotions and how these drive us to our decisions and choices and how we perhaps do or do not have control over those choices. As well as this we look at the roll of CO2 in stress and how we feel it. Brian is one of the main people I hoped to one day get to chat to on this podcast so to get to do it before episode 30 is incredible. I hope you enjoy this episode in which we tried to look at the idea of primary emotions and the way we react or respond to them. Seriously go check his work out over at http://www.instagram/_brianmackenzie http://www.brianmackenzie.com https://shiftadapt.com/evolution-art-... in particular check out this video on primary emotions from his insta feed, its one of my favourites of his https://www.instagram.com/tv/CBgoYR1D... Any way please subscribe/like/rate/review and comment if you enjoyed the episode and I will see you all real soon.

Avi Greenberg is a Certified Wim Hof Instructor. He has supplemented his knowledge with other breath modalities such as The Art of Breath, The Oxygen Advantage, and taking courses with Brian Mackenzie and XPT. His amazing Wim Hof method and breath workshops are attended by athletes, entrepreneurs, yogis, and everyone in between. Avi joins our CEO, Amitay Eshel for a fascinating conversation, looking at utilizing stress as a method for growth, Breathwork, Sauna, and ice baths, as a way of improving our health and fighting aging. Learn more about Young Goose by visiting https://www.younggoose.com Follow us on Instagram: Avi can be reached through his Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/avilu/ or by visiting https://www.avigreenberg.com/

www.mandukyayoga.com/become-a-member Emily Hightower show notes Welcome back to another week of Move Breathe Live with Wibbs Yoga and Spirit Wren. This week I am super happy and excited to be chatting to my good friend and constant inspiration Emily Hightower. Emily is a yoga teacher, breath work coach, resilience coach, part of the shift adapt team along side Brian Mackenzie and Rob Wilson bring education around breath work, stress and ways to cope with what life throws at them. We discuss the ideas around breath work being something that can be bother helpful but also dangerous for the person doing it, how hyperventilation can be a great practice but also a risk for many people without the knowledge of what they are doing and why they are doing it. This is part of 3 back to back episodes with a group of people really bringing Stress and Breathwork to the forefront of attention in the world of social media. There are many many people doing such great work to bring education to a platform that to often is used to vain, pointless ego driven desires. But that is not Emily…Let me know what you think of the episode and please subscribe, rate and review

In this episode, we talk with Human Performance Specialist, Brian Mackenzie, founder & CEO of UnScared Inc/SH/FT, and co-founder & president of Health and Human Performance Foundation.  Brian Mackenzie is an innovator in human performance on stress adaptation and a pioneer in the development and application of custom protocols to optimize human health and performance. His work harnesses and integrates respiratory, movement, strength, conditioning and endurance-based training approaches to elicit unprecedented positive results. His protocols have been used to accelerate and raise both mental and physical performance in world-class Olympic and professional athletes, top executives, and elite military operators, as well as to improve the health for people suffering from various chronic and pathological issues. Brian's work is voluntarily and repeatedly subjected to rigorous 3rd party scientific testing, re-testing and improvement, at top institutions. He has been contracted and his work involved in research projects at Stanford University School of Medicine, California State University Fullerton, and San Francisco State University. Brian has also co-authored the book Power Speed Endurance, The New York Times Best Seller UnBreakable Runner, and UnPlugged, which assesses the integration of emergent technology and human performance. Highlights of this podcast include: Pain Behavior change and misaligned energy Breathing and Autism Aerobic efficiency Evolution of medicine and technology Breathing vs oxygen consumption Over breathing and sympathetic dominance Aerobic and Anaerobic breathing and metabolic disorders And much more...   Follow Brian on Instagram @_brianmackenzie. Learn more about his book and his work at brianmackenzie.com.

Our guest this week is Dan John. Dan has been a strength coach for over 40-years and was an All-American Discus Thrower. Dan has also competed at the highest level of Olympic Lifting, Highland Games, and Weight Pentathlon, in which he holds an American record. Dan is also the author of more than 10 books - the latest of which is titled Attempts - Essays on Fitness, Health, Longevity and Easy Strength.Our host this week is Phil White, an Emmy-nominated author and frequent contributor to the Momentous Blog. Phil has co-authored a number of bestselling books like The 17 Hour Fast with Dr. Frank Merritt, Waterman 2.0 with Dr. Kelly Starrett, and Unplugged with Andy Galpin & Brian Mackenzie. Find Dan:InstagramFacebookYouTubeDan John UniversityFind Phil:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

Today's guest is Phil White. Phil is an Emmy Nominated Writer and a co-author of The 17 Hour Fast with Dr. Frank Merritt, Waterman 2.0 with Kelly Starrett, Unplugged with Dr. Andy Galpin and Brian Mackenzie, and Game Changer with Fergus Connolly. Phil is also a frequent contributor to The Momentous Blog. Phil's new book with Dr. Jim Afremow, The Leader's Mind, is available for pre-order now.  Find Phil:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFind Momentous:LiveMomentousInstagramFacebookTwitterYoutube

In today's episode of Live Life in Motion I talk with Rob Wilson. Rob is a human performance specialist and co-founder of Shift Adapt and co-creator of Art of Breath with Brian MacKenzie. He has a formal education in manual therapy with 15+ of experience as both a practitioner and teacher. Rob has worked with many athletes from amateur through national and international levels, as well as worked closely with elite military personnel. Today you will learn how powerful the breath is and how to use it to maximize your performance in life and sport. Rob's journey is about developing a deeper understanding of human performance to better serve those who wish to actualize their potential.