Breath Is Strength: The Science of Stability, Power, and Endurance
Breath is not just background noise. It’s biomechanics. It’s neurology. It’s the bridge between tension and relaxation, between effort and recovery. It dictates strength, stability, and endurance long before muscle takes over.
Yet breath is often an afterthought. It happens automatically, unconsciously. But in training, unconscious breath is unstable breath. Strength is not just about force generation—it’s about pressure management, about knowing when to brace and when to release, when to create tension and when to allow movement.
Let’s get into the science.
Move Like Your Life Depends on It—Because It Does
When we move, we aren't just burning calories or strengthening muscles. We are sending biochemical signals that alter our mood, enhance cognitive function, regulate stress responses, and even protect against neurodegeneration. And just as movement has the power to build a more resilient, adaptable brain, the absence of movement can do the opposite—dulling cognition, increasing inflammation, and contributing to mental and emotional imbalances.
HIIT vs. HIRT: Why Strength Training Should Be the Core of Your Workouts
I talk a lot about High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) for its incredible brain and nervous system benefits. It’s quick, effective, and has a profound impact on neuroplasticity and stress resilience. But when it comes to building lasting strength, supporting metabolic health, and creating a foundation for long-term resilience, High-Intensity Resistance Training (HIRT) is the real star of the show.
Most of my workouts center around HIRT, and for good reason. It offers a unique blend of physical, cognitive, and nervous system benefits that go beyond what HIIT alone can achieve. Let’s dive into what makes each method unique, how they compare, and why HIRT deserves to take center stage in your routine.
Unlocking Your Nervous System's Potential: The Benefits of Interval Training and Breathwork for Healing
Discover how combining interval training and breathwork can unlock your nervous system's potential for healing and recovery. This post explores the synergistic benefits of these practices, highlighting their role in reducing stress, improving emotional regulation, and enhancing overall well-being. Whether you’re recovering from trauma or seeking to boost your resilience, learn how this powerful approach can transform your health.
Interval Training to Regulate the Autonomous Nervous System
Interval training offers a multifaceted approach to enhancing brain health and supporting the nervous system. By stimulating neuroplasticity, increasing BDNF production, improving cerebral blood flow, and regulating stress responses, interval training can contribute significantly to cognitive function, emotional well-being, and overall neurological health. Consider integrating interval training into your fitness regimen to maximize these benefits and promote a healthier brain and nervous system.