Health & Fitness
As someone who's deeply passionate about Pranayama, I couldn’t wait to bring this conversation to you. I sat down with physiotherapist Michelle Edmison to take a deep dive into the anatomy and function of breathing from both a clinical and yoga-informed perspective. Michelle breaks down complex ideas with such clarity and gives us practical ways to understand and teach breath in more effective, grounded ways. If you're a yoga teacher or a breathwork enthusiast, this episode will absolutely shift how you see breathing in the body.Episode Highlights:The physiological differences between nasal and mouth breathing and their impact on healthHow postural habits and upper body tightness disrupt effective breathingStrategies to release tension in the chest, shoulders, and neck to support optimal breathingThe nuances of belly breathing vs. diaphragmatic breathing, and what these terms actually meanCore and breath integration explained through internal pressure systemsThe connection between the pelvic floor and breathing, and why everyone should pay attention to itThe relationship between aging and breath quality, and why lifestyle may matter more than age itselfHow spine mobility influences ribcage movement and breath qualityMichelle's go-to breath practices to improve exhalation and core engagementResources and Links Mentioned:Michelle’s Instagram: @mvmt.101Free movement and breath classes at: movement101.caWe’re Hiring: Join My Team as a Social Media & Digital Content Specialist (Remote, Part-Time) Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram