Episode 56: The Life-Changing Benefits of Learning How to Breathe Again

With Ed Harrold

Ed Harrold is a health and performance coach, yoga teacher, and the author of ⁠Life with Breath⁠

In this episode, he shares how he came to yoga and breathwork as a stressed-out, “broken” middle-aged guy battling physical and psychological demons; how those practices have completely transformed his health and fitness; and how you can start down the same path today.

Ed also talks about:

  • The science of breath and the dangers of shallow breathing

  • The anatomy of the the psoas, diaphragm, lungs, and ribcage

  • Where to start if you want to change the way you breathe

  • How he gained flexibility strictly through breathing exercises

  • Managing your energy throughout the day through mindful breathing

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