Athlete Builder Ep. 15 - Jesse Coomer - The Science of Breathwork and Cold Therapy

In this episode of The Athlete Builder Podcast we sit at talk with Jesse Coomer. Jesse is a human performance specialist and breath work expert. We discuss the power of breath work and its impact on human performance. He explains how breathing influences our physiology and psychology, and how conscious control of our breath can improve our ability to think critically and perform under pressure. Jesse also introduces the concept of CO2 tolerance and its importance in endurance and recovery. He provides insights into long-term breath work practices for improving overall performance and short-term techniques for managing stress in the moment. This part of the conversation focuses on the importance of functional breathing patterns and the impact of mouth breathing on athletic performance. It also discusses the benefits of nose breathing and the proper technique for maximizing oxygen utilization. The conversation then delves into daily breathing habits and routines, including hyperventilation techniques and intermittent hypoxia. The benefits of cold and heat training for resilience are explored, along with the mindset approach to cold therapy. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the benefits of cold water immersion versus exposure to cold weather. In this conversation, Jesse Coomer discusses the benefits of temperature training and how it reintroduces stressors that our ancestors faced for thousands of years. He explains that temperature training helps restore stressors that our bodies need to maintain optimal health and function. Jesse emphasizes the importance of gradually introducing temperature training and building resilience to extreme temperature shifts. He also shares personal experiences and highlights the misconceptions about being cold. Jesse concludes by discussing the impact of temperature training on body temperature and the confidence gained from handling stress.   Takeaways Breath work is a powerful modality that can enhance various aspects of human performance. Understanding the connection between breathing, physiology, and psychology is crucial for optimizing performance. Improving CO2 tolerance can enhance endurance, recovery, and the ability to perform under pressure. Long-term breath work practices can improve overall performance, while short-term techniques can help manage stress in the moment. Dysfunctional breathing patterns are common among college athletes, affecting their performance and efficiency. Proper breathing technique involves bottom-up breathing, starting with the belly, then the ribs, and finally the chest. Nose breathing is essential for optimal oxygen utilization and nitric oxide production. Daily breathing habits and routines, such as hyperventilation techniques and intermittent hypoxia, can improve respiratory function and stress resilience. Cold and heat training can enhance mental and physical resilience, with cold water immersion being a popular method. Temperature training restores stressors that our bodies need for optimal health and function. Gradually introducing temperature training helps build resilience to extreme temperature shifts. Temperature training can improve body temperature regulation and increase metabolism. Confidence in handling stress is gained through temperature training. Our supplements of choice: Jocko Fuel: https://jockofuel.com/products/jocko-go-energy-drink?variant=46916594598183 Our podcast links. 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