Patrick McKeown - Why We Breathe: How to Improve Your Sleep, Concentration, Focus & Performance 

Very kind @Omlittlebuddha Thanks for watching and for the comment.

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Thanks for the comment @tonyggir Hope it was helpful to you.

First step is noticing the problem @Human927. Practice daily nose breathing exercises and you will see the improvement. Thanks for commenting.

@Isak Tougaard Breath Hold Time ?

Hi Tejas, yes it can due to the build up of CO2 and Nitric Oxide . It's a good exercise for BHT

You have nothing to loose in trying it,I’ve been mouth taping for 3 yrs now,best thing I ever did.read all of Patrick’s books,& listen to him all the time on RU-vid.still get some wacky looks when I tell folks I do this.To me it was a complete turn around,I have post nasal drip,leads to asthma flare ups,chest infections,ect.but belly breathing helps also.& daily breathing exercises.I’m 63 years of age,overweight,but I’d give anything a go if it meant it helped me live life a bit better,best wishes,regards.

Iv been using mouth tape now for 6 months now and sometimes I forget to put the tape on cause im so used to it

I agree @myofasciatherapy8191. Functional breathing during physical exercise gets results. Our experience and medical research would seem to agree also. 😀

Did he say it should be 40 maximum? I've never heard this. I recall the Buteyko method originally recommended at least 40 and that 60 seconds is better.

@@lchris33 He says that in the following video (ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-f1pOYDukrXo.html) at 1:09 .

Where do I start with Buteyko Method Patrick?

Hi Gabriel. The BOLT score at 40 seconds is just an indicator that you show no signs of dysfunctional breathing and breathing is optimal. It could be above 40, but it doesn't need to be. Try not to get too hung up on the BOLT score, it's just a measurement. What's more important is how you feel after the exercises. :)

@@clarity137now7 buteykoclinic.com/clinic-with-patrick-mckeown/ Live Zoom Clinics this week

Hi @user-iu3go1qf8s We offer live online Zoom classes for panic and anxiety sufferers through Buteyko Clinic International. buteykoclinic.com/clinic-with-patrick-mckeown/# Next class for Anxiety is on Wednesday 28 June, 3-5pm (London, UK time). It is difficult to do certain types of functional breathing for people prone to anxiety or panic disorder. We would usually advise those with the disorder to stay away from long breath hold exercises as they can instigate a panic attack. Also, taping the mouth can work on it's own but is mainly effective when combined with daily functional breathing exercises. Practicing the exercises daily should be the priority. Our breathe light exercise practiced twice daily at least (morning and evening) for 20-30 minutes should really help. It's about creating a tolerable 'air hunger' (the feeling that you need to breathe) without pushing you too far. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-CdPpV32cM0I.html Also, all exercises can be found on the OA app. Available to download here: 📱 Android Play Store: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oxygen.advantage 📱 Apple store: apps.apple.com/ie/app/oxygen-advantage/id1589260950 Hope that helps.

I think you need to edge into this very carefully. Just gentle nasal breathing at first.

@@davidmoore2251 Agreed. The light breathing exercises would be good place to start.

Obviously breathing varies from person to person @carl8568 but hyperventilation is a type of stressor on the body. So we might be surprised if people can find it calming or relaxing. We use different stressor exercises (e.g. long breath holds) to invoke positive physical changes. This is similar to those using hyperventilation for that same reason. While hyperventilation is not for everyone as it can be a very extreme stressor, those who can deal with it are often able to use it to make positive changes. Once you pass the point of fear with such things, it can be a very calming and uplifting experience, knowing your body is going to benefit.

@@OxygenAdvantage Ok thanks 👍

It's not ideal @grime7002 and Patrick works hard to nose breathe full time. Unfortunately, due to his own sinus issues and the effort of regular public speaking, sometimes mouth breathing is unavoidable. While he knows wonderful nose unblocking exercises (ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-cU4ls5ku4Rg.html) that's not always possible mid-speech. 😀 But that is part of all of our breathing journeys. We're not perfect and can never be, but as long as we know our breathing will fluctuate and try our best to do it right, we'll be fine.

What a silly question.

@@elizabethbergan9989 Cheers for your kind answer to a genuine question.

Yes; a good reason to talk less.

But. Not. All the. Time, Just. When they. Excersice.

Hi @stevelevesque3274 A yawn is an involuntary way for the body to get more oxygen. If you practice light breathing and/or breath holds daily, you will reduce instances of yawning and improve concentration and focus.

@@OxygenAdvantage thanks

Yawns are great opportunities. Try taking a yawn through your nose, resisting the urge to open up your mouth and pay attention to the difference in how your breath moves through you.