Functional Breath Training

Breathing has the power to transform our health. Good breathing can open the airways, improve circulation, increase oxygen supply to our tissues and influence our autonomic nervous system. Since breathing is directly correlated with our physical, emotional and mental wellbeing, if breathing improves so does everything in life.

Poor breathing on the other hand can lead to severe health problems. It can contribute to issues like asthma, sleep apnea, anxiety, cardiovascular disease and other stress related chronic illnesses. Because breathing is the most fundamental process in life, there is nothing that is not affected by it.

How we breathe is fundamental to our health and wellbeing!

Most people assume that the way we breathe is completely autonomous. That it’s out of our control and always functions properly. Unfortunately, many, if not most of us breathe incorrectly. Breathing difficulties are usually considered a side effect of the health issue not the cause.

Breathing is a highly sensitive process that reflects our life and behavior. Stress, worry, experienced trauma, dietary habits, environmental pollution, you name it, influences our breathing habits. Our breath mirrors our lives.

We’ve lost our natural breathing patterns. We’ve been led to believe that inhaling deeply and hard through the mouth to fully inflate the lungs is good for us. Actually the opposite is true. The breath should be softer and slower, so soft that we hardly hear air as it’s drawn into the nose.

Functional breath training holds great healing potential for those willing to dedicate themselves to a regular breathing practice. We teach easy to implement breathing exercises in a way that is easily integrated into your everyday life. When proper breathing is restored, the body’s systems can recover and function optimally.

We’re here to help you whether you are suffering from a chronic or acute condition, looking to better manage stress, boost your energy or simply enhance your overall health & wellbeing. Functional Breath training can help with a wide range of health issues by restoring functional, healthy breathing.

We believe that functional breath training is a key component of any self-care routine.

What is Functional Breath Training

Functional breath training focuses on improving how we use our breath to enhance overall health, performance, and well-being. It emphasizes breath patterns that support optimal function in various aspects of life, such as physical and mental health, stress management, and sports performance.

Key Aspects of Functional Breath Training Include:

Breathing Patterns: Breathing should be soft and slow, so soft that we hardly notice how the air is drawn in through the nose into the lower regions of the lungs.
Breath Mechanics: Teaching proper breathing techniques, such as diaphragmatic (or abdominal) breathing, which engages the diaphragm fully and encourages deeper, more efficient breaths.
Respiratory Rhythm: Techniques like slow, deep breathing or controlled breathing patterns can help activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation.
Posture and Alignment: Training often involves improving posture, as poor alignment can restrict effective breathing. Proper posture helps facilitate optimal lung expansion and reduces tension.
Rehabilitation: In some cases, breath training is used in physical therapy or rehabilitation to aid recovery from injuries or surgeries by improving lung function and overall breathing efficiency.
Performance Enhancement: Athletes and performers often use functional breath training to optimize their breathing for better performance, stamina, and focus.

Is Functional Breath Training Right for Me?

If you breathe, the answer is yes. You will benefit from functional breath training. You will learn how to proactively enhance your mental & physical health using your breath. By learning and applying targeted breathing techniques, you’ll initiate a profound reset of your respiratory system.

Our work focuses on restoring healthy, functional breathing for anyone experiencing chronic symptoms and/or may have received a diagnosis for a specific health condition. Changing how we breathe can profoundly elevate your well-being. By working directly with Alan, you’ll learn a new way to breathe that can transform both your body and mind.
Our one-on-one programs are tailored to your current health status, symptoms you wish to specifically address and health objectives. Each session covers information about how the breathing exercises work, guided breathing and relaxation exercises, a weekly comprehensive home-practice plan, and plenty of time for questions and answers.