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Breathwork: Ancient to Modern
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Module 3
The Parameters of Breathwork
1
Breathing Technique Fundamentals
Identify the core variables of any breathing technique: rate, depth, ratio, holds, and route (nasal vs oral).
2
Box Breathing: Core Parameters Explored
Deconstruct Box Breathing using the core parameters to connect with prior knowledge.
3
Respiration, CO2, and Autonomic Tone
Explain how breathing rate and depth affect arterial CO2 levels and autonomic tone.
Physiology of Breath Holds: Hypoxia vs. Hypercapnia
Describe the physiological effects of breath holds, distinguishing between hypoxic and hypercapnic responses.
5
Nasal vs. Oral Breathing: Physiological Impacts & Nitric Oxide
Compare the physiological effects of nasal versus oral breathing, including the role of nasal nitric oxide.
6
Breath Ratio & Autonomic Balance
Explain how varying inhalation-to-exhalation ratios differentially activates sympathetic and parasympathetic pathways.
7
Posture and Breath: Optimizing Respiratory Function
Describe how body posture influences breathing mechanics and ventilation efficiency.
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Baseline Respiratory Assessment