Patrick McKeown joins Miesha Tate for a real conversation on breathwork, performance, and why most people are breathing wrong without realizing it. Drawing from over two decades of experience, he breaks down common misconceptions around breathing, explains the role of carbon dioxide and nasal breathing, and shows how simple changes can improve stress, sleep, and overall performance. The conversation also explores how athletes can train their breathing to build endurance, increase CO2 tolerance, and stay calm under pressure—whether in competition or everyday life.

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Chapter Markers:

00:00 – Common Breathing Myths & Misconceptions

08:30 – Why “Deep Breathing” Is Misunderstood

18:00 – Controlling Stress Through the Exhale

30:00 – CO2, Oxygen & How Breathing Actually Works

42:00 – Nasal vs Mouth Breathing (Why It Matters)

54:00 – Sleep, Recovery & Nervous System Balance

01:08:00 – Training Breath for Fighters & Performance

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