E26. The Power of Breath with Annelise Bauer

In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I’m joined by Annelise Bauer, founder of In-Bodied, to explore how conscious breathing and mindful movement can support people living with asthma and other respiratory conditions.Drawing from her own experience with asthma, Annelise shares how Buteyko breathing, nervous system regulation, and breath awareness can help reduce symptoms, manage anxiety, and improve overall wellbeing. We also walk through a short, safe breathing exercise, discuss how to get started with breathwork, and explore how these practices can be integrated alongside traditional medical care.This episode offers practical insight for anyone living with asthma, managing a chronic respiratory condition, or looking to improve their breathing, mental health, and quality of life.🔗 Learn more: https://www.in-bodied.com/ 📸 Instagram: @in.bodied 🎧 More episodes: https://beyondthewheeze.ca/podcast00:31 – Introduction to Annelise Bauer and her work01:50 – Annelise’s personal journey living with asthma05:35 – Why conscious breathing matters08:49 – Understanding Buteyko Breathing13:02 – Guided breathing exercise demonstration19:44 – How to get started with breathwork safely23:00 – Breathwork, mental health, and nervous system regulation26:25 – Integrating breathwork with traditional medical care32:42 – Annelise’s programs and final thoughts37:28 – Final signature question and Annelise’s messageConnect with us (@BeyondTheWheeze):Check us out on InstagramFollow Beyond the Wheeze on LinkedInConnect with us on TikTokFollow us on FacebookSpeaking services, media, blog & news on our websiteEmail Josh directly at [email protected] video podcasts more your thing? Check us out on YouTube!Visit Asthma Canada, or the Lung Health Foundation, to see how you can get involved today.