S1E5 This episode may change the way you breathe for the rest of your life

Title: This episode may change the way you breathe for the rest of your life. What if the way you breathe—something you do over 20,000 times every day—is quietly harming your health, fueling your stress, or limiting your performance? In this groundbreaking conversation, I sit down with Dr. Andy Sabatier, DPT, founder of Academy West Breathing Performance, who challenges everything we think we know about breathing. He explains why breath is not just a passive act, but a powerful driver of your nervous system, inflammation, recovery, mental health, and even your athletic and cognitive performance. We explore: The 14 words that can completely reframe how you breathe Why chest and shoulder breathing signals stress to your brain How a terminally ill patient found profound relief through breathing The ultra-marathon runner who finished 200 miles with his mouth closed And why functional breathing is the most cost-effective health investment you can make Whether you're a clinician, athlete, high performer, or navigating chronic illness, this episode reveals how mastering your breathing may be the most transformative health decision you'll ever make.