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Today's guest is Leonardo Pelagotti, a Master Instructor for the Oxygen Advantage and founder of Inspire Academy, who recently worked as the official breath coach for the Chinese national breakdancing team at the 2024 Paris Olympics where they secured a bronze medal. Leo has coached multiple Olympic medalists and continues working with elite athletes while developing his unique 5-dimensional approach to breathing. In this conversation, we explore his Olympic coaching strategies, breathing assessments, altitude training techniques, and he demonstrates his signature "katana breathing" method.

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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction & Olympic Experience
0:24 Working with China's Olympic Breakdance Team
2:08 Sleep Breathing Techniques for Athletes
4:01 The 3AM Wake-Up Fix
6:03 Full-Body Muscle Contraction Technique
6:56 Were There Other Breath Coaches at Olympics?
8:47 Celebrity Athletes Using Breathing
10:03 Pre-Performance Anxiety Protocol
13:05 What's the Minimum Effective Dose?
18:13 Advanced Breathing Assessments
21:40 Breath Gadgets: What Actually Works?
26:26 Altitude Sickness & Mount Kilimanjaro Stories
32:49 CO2 in Rooms vs CO2 Training
39:18 The 5 Dimensional Breathing Framework
44:47 Why Wim Hof Practitioners Have Good CO2 Tolerance
48:57 Nose vs Mouth Breathing Differences
52:20 Guided Katana Breathing Exercise
57:00 Exercise Setup & Safety Instructions
58:39 The Breathing Practice Begins
65:04 How Do You Feel? Closing Thoughts

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Today's guest is Dr. David Smith, a physician & inventor who has spent 14 years studying nature's most impact-resistant creatures to solve traumatic brain injury. He's the creator of the FDA-authorized Q-Collar and revolutionary CO2 rebreather technology that could transform how we prevent brain injuries, treat sleep apnea, and manage altitude sickness. In this podcast we cover his groundbreaking "SLOSH Theory," why people die on Mount Everest, the controversial truth about CO2 levels, and how he brought a clinically brain-dead patient back to consciousness using CO2 therapy.

Connect with Dr Dave here: https://davidsmithmd.com/

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0:00 Introduction - Meet Dr. Dave
0:32 What Is Brain Injury & Slosh Theory?
2:45 How CO2 Controls Blood Flow To Your Brain
5:02 The Secret Power Of Yawning
6:13 CO2 Levels Have Dropped Throughout History
8:23 Do Apes Get Concussions Like Humans?
10:33 Why People Die On Mount Everest
15:29 80 Breaths Per Minute On Everest!
16:42 How Do We Know These Respiratory Rates?
17:35 What About The Sherpas?
22:06 Your Sinuses Are CO2 Storage Tanks
22:26 The 2,3-DPG Molecule Explained
25:38 Why Altitude Pills Don't Work
27:10 How Much Dead Space Do We Have?
28:57 The Burping At Altitude Theory
33:17 Dead Space From Nose To Lungs
44:25 SIDS Theory - The Nasal Cycle Connection
58:05 Revolutionary Sleep Apnea Mask
1:08:28 Indoor CO2 Controversy Explained
1:17:04 Bringing Back The Brain Dead
1:25:43 Why CO2 Reverses Brain Death
1:27:51 Earthing & Grounding Discussion
1:33:32 Where To Find Dr. Dave's Book

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Today's guest is Alex Greene, a somatic coach and trauma therapist helping people heal through nervous system regulation, embodiment, and deep inner connection. He blends modalities like TRE, Somatic Experiencing, and Internal Family Systems to support real, lasting transformation.

Watch my first TRE Podcast with retired founder Dr Berceli here: https://youtu.be/YPYUbqEmhMw?si=Pb8_fTifIWT3UY7n

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0:00 What stimulates the tremor reflex?  
2:50 Individual variability in awakening tremor  
4:54 Decision: live demonstration now or later?  
5:49 Preparing the body: settling in and body scan  
8:11 Open butterfly + bridge exercise explained  
10:22 Objective benefits and PTSD research  
13:01 TRE research on MS & chronic pain  
14:21 Common subjective benefits people report  
15:58 Minimum effective dose guidelines  
18:53 What does the second “T” in TRE stand for?  
19:47 Unpacking what “trauma release” really means  
25:29 Moving beyond tremor: stretching & unwinding  
28:56 TRE combined with grounding, daylight, earthing  
32:08 Breathwork vs tremoring — your experience  
36:01 Listening to your body — spontaneous patterns  
38:56 Conscious shaking, Qigong & energetic moves  
40:14 Where is “body intelligence” located?  
42:54 Neural basis: central pattern generators & coupling  
48:15 Feedback touch & somatic attunement  
55:44 Tension release when startled or cold  
59:37 Breathwork integration: Soma‑breath & TRE  
1:03:06 TRE for better sleep: when and how?  
1:04:39 Conscious shaking as nervous system reset  
1:07:26 Gongs and sound baths: vibration and tissue  
1:09:08 Guiding a live tremor demo (practical guidance)  
1:20:07 Wrap‑up guidance for self‑practice  
1:29:49 Closing reflections & next steps

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Today’s guest is Jamie Bechtold, a former biologist and one of the pioneers of sound healing in the U.S. With over 22 years of experience and thousands of sound baths led, she shares the science, myths, and transformative power behind sound.

Connect with Jamie here: https://sound-bath.com/

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Chapters:
0:00 What Is a Sound Bath & Why It Matters  
0:25 The Evolution of Sound Baths Over 22 Years  
1:15 How Different Instruments Affect the Experience  
2:53 Sound Baths vs. Meditation: Which Is Easier?  
3:39 The True Power of Relaxation Before Insight  
4:33 Can Frequencies Really Heal the Body?  
5:03 What’s Actually Happening During a Sound Bath  
7:27 The Role of Gongs vs. Crystal Bowls  
9:50 Debunking Chakra Bowl Myths  
11:49 Online vs. In-Person Sound Baths  
14:30 How to Listen for the Deepest Experience  
17:28 Can Anyone Learn to Lead a Sound Bath?  
20:58 The Difference Between Noise & Mastery  
23:46 How Long It Takes to Become Proficient  
28:13 Combining Breathwork With Sound Healing  
34:13 Binaural Beats, Frequencies & Misconceptions  
43:58 Jamie’s Journey from Biologist to Sound Healer  
50:46 Why Everyone Responds Differently to Sound  
56:16 The Origins of Crystal Bowls and Gongs  
58:54 Indoor vs. Outdoor Sound Baths  
1:02:11 Can Deaf People Feel Sound Baths Too?  
1:03:36 How to Start Your Own Sound Bath Practice

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Today's guest is health and wellness expert Ben Coomber, a high-performance health coach, multi-award winning nutritionist, and bestselling author of 'How to Live an Awesome Life'. As the CEO of Awesome Supplements, Ben is obsessed with optimal human performance and helping people become the most awesome version of themselves.

Connect with Ben here: https://www.bencoomber.com/

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0:00 Natural Ways to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
0:29 The Sleep Crisis: Why 72% of UK Adults Are Struggling
1:13 Perception is Everything: Controlling Your Story
2:17 The Overtraining Trap: Exercise vs Recovery Balance
2:45 Getting Out in Nature: The Coffee Alternative
3:03 Grounding and Earthing: Connecting to Mother Earth
5:46 Testosterone Optimization for Men in Their 40s
7:25 The Big Four: Sleep, Stress, Training & Diet for Hormones
9:44 Do Testosterone Supplements Actually Work?
11:34 Sleep Tracking Reality Check: When Data Causes Stress
13:03 Lesser-Known Sleep Hygiene Secrets
16:54 The Meditation Breakthrough: From Skeptic to Believer
18:12 How to Quiet Your Racing Mind Before Bed
22:13 Why Most People Can't Sit Still with Their Thoughts
33:28 The Ultimate Water Guide: Filters, Minerals & Hydration
35:35 Eczema Solutions: The Dairy Connection
44:32 Toxic Products: What to Avoid in Your Home
49:09 Energy Healing and Trauma Release Work
52:36 Breathwork Mastery: Wim Hof and Transformational Techniques

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Scott Lester-Woods is a leading Superconscious Strategist, world-class hypnotist, and high-level success coach. He works exclusively with elite entrepreneurs, coaches, and high-performing minds to unlock their millionaire mindset, dissolve subconscious sabotage, and scale their businesses without burnout — all while stepping fully into purpose, peace, and power.

Scott is also the founder of Superconscious Breakthrough Therapy (SBT) — a revolutionary modality that helps coaches, therapists, breathworkers, and transformational professionals achieve safer, faster, and more effective results with their clients.
This is the next evolution in deep transformation work.

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Chapters:
0:00 What Is Superconscious Breakthrough Therapy?
2:45 The Bulgarian Fluke That Changed Everything
4:18 War Veteran's PTSD Cured in 17 Minutes
6:48 20-Second Trauma Release After Two Decades
8:46 Investment Banker's Best Trading Day in 10 Years
10:18 Money Mindset Transformation Results
11:25 Terminal Illness Patient Finds Peace with Death
12:48 Why Talk Therapy Doesn't Work
15:15 The Problem with "Why" Questions
18:30 Three Reasons People Don't Achieve Their Goals
20:24 The Truth About "Releasing Trauma"
23:45 What Actually Happens During Transformation
25:56 Who Should Go Through This Process
29:18 How to Know If You're 0-1 or 1-10
31:22 Why Businesses Plateau at Certain Levels
35:22 What Really Motivates Scott to Do This Work
39:02 What's Actually Happening in Your Brain
44:46 What Does Coherence Really Feel Like?
46:38 What Separates Mega-Successful Business Owners
51:09 What to Do If You're Feeling Stuck
54:48 Addressing Skepticism & Silver Bullet Myths
58:26 Where to Find Scott & Final Thoughts

Safety Information: 
Do not practice this breathwork during pregnancy, or if you are epileptic. People with cardiovascular issues, or any other serious health conditions, should always consult a medical professional before starting breathwork. These breathing exercises are a guide only, you should always listen to your own body and not push yourself, if you feel unwell STOP. Never practice breathing exercises before or during diving, driving, swimming, taking a bath, or in any other circumstance where the loss of consciousness could result in bodily harm. Deep breathing may cause tingling sensations, a ringing in the ears, and/or light-headedness. These are normal responses and are no cause for alarm. If you faint, however, you have gone too far and should take it more slowly next time.

Disclaimer 
The information provided in this video is provided for informational purposes only and is NOT to be used or relied on for any treatment purposes. All information provided by TAKE A DEEP BREATH is of a general nature, only for educational/entertainment purposes. No information is to be taken as medical or health advice. Follow this breathing exercise at your own risk. TAKE A DEEP BREATH or Mike Maher is not responsible for any losses, liabilities, injuries or damages resulting from any and all claims as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this video. There is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exer

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Today's guest is Mads Tömörkènyi, a Copenhagen-based researcher and biomechanics expert who's worked with elite athletes in the UFC, Premier League, and top sporting leagues worldwide. Mads has developed revolutionary approaches to fascia release, breathing mechanics, and natural health optimization that challenge everything we think we know about fitness and wellness.

Connect with Mads:
🔗 Website: mtperformance.co
🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtperformancedk

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Chapters:
0:00 The Importance of Being Outside
0:25 Modern Health Crisis: Why We're Sick
1:05 The Artificial Light Problem
1:26 LED vs Natural Light Spectrum
2:32 The Mitochondria Energy Crisis
3:26 Blue Light Through Windows
4:07 Winter Light Solutions
5:16 Biophotons: Creating Internal Light
6:07 Natural Vitamin D Sources
7:23 The Problem with Vitamin D Supplements
9:00 Getting Nutrients from Real Food
10:28 Cod Liver Oil Dosage Guide
11:26 Bioavailability of Natural vs Synthetic
12:22 Introduction to Fascia and Movement
13:52 The RSA Breathing Protocol
16:34 Understanding the Fascia System
18:33 How Fascia Connects Everything
19:52 Hydrating Your Fascia
21:21 The Bioelectric Properties of Fascia
23:49 Fascia Release Techniques
25:33 The Pain Component of Release
27:59 Emotions Stored in Fascia
28:27 Parasympathetic Breathing During Release
30:05 The Slow Process of Fascia Work
32:08 Red Light Therapy and Fascia
35:37 Earthing and Grounding Benefits
37:28 Training Outside vs Indoors
39:01 Wim Hof vs Patrick McKeown Methods
42:13 Psychedelic Experiences with Breathwork
44:12 Trauma Release and Fascia Stretches
47:09 Meridian Lines and Fascia Connection
50:32 Stretching vs Fascia Release
52:35 Tight Hamstrings Solution
57:04 Rib Cage Breathing Fundamentals
59:36 Minimum Effective Dose for Training
1:02:09 Using Bands for Diaphragm Training
1:04:37 Timeline for Diaphragm Strengthening
1:06:37 Mechanical vs CO2 Breathwork Schools
1:08:28 Sleep Optimization Fundamentals
1:13:32 Final Advice: Get Outside
1:16:00 UV Light Bulbs for Indoor Use
1:17:27 Where to Find Mads

Back on the show for a second time is Dr. Jack Kruse, a neurosurgeon and health optimizer who takes a unique approach to wellness through what he calls "quantum biology." Dr. Kruse has dedicated his career to exploring the connection between light, electromagnetism, and human health. He's known for his controversial perspectives on how modern technology, artificial light, and high-latitude living negatively impact our cellular function and mitochondrial health.

Watch our first podcast with Dr. Kruse here: https://youtu.be/luMHcGTAhA8

Dr Kruse Links:
https://x.com/DrJackKruse
https://www.instagram.com/drjackkruse
https://www.patreon.com/DrJackKruse
https://jackkruse.com

Welcome to take a deep breath

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Chapters:  
0:00 Wim Hof breathing techniques
0:29 Breathing as electromagnetic phenomenon
1:02 Potential harm in breathing techniques
2:34 Critique of non-quantized breathing
3:08 Benefits of cold thermogenesis
3:41 Heart coherence breathing
4:38 Meditation and metabolic shifts
5:44 The Warburg shift explained
6:47 Oxygen problems during COVID
7:44 Matching breathing to environment
8:48 Criticism of oxygen therapies
10:19 Calling out uninformed doctors
11:23 Breath bundle promotion
12:39 Light environment and oxygen
13:34 The Great Oxygenation Event
15:17 CO2 therapy discussion
18:38 Preventative medicine debate
19:35 Decentralized vs centralized medicine
21:15 Criticism of statins
22:05 Problems with colonoscopies
24:26 The solar callus explained
27:43 Victorian era vitamin D issues
31:09 When medical testing is necessary
34:09 Vitamin D supplementation problems
36:23 Reptile UVB/UVA bulbs as alternatives
38:54 Finsen's Nobel Prize for light therapy
40:24 UVA sunbeds and nitric oxide
42:19 John Ott's light research
44:29 UV light and Jordan Peterson
49:08 Health at different latitudes
51:15 Autoimmune diseases at the equator
52:47 Hadza tribe microbiome research
54:28 Cancer treatment approach
56:26 Oxygenation events
59:07 Sickness in wild animals vs humans
1:00:14 Mitochondrial light production
1:04:22 Questioning medical authority
1:07:13 "Make like the Sphinx, eat like a shark"
1:08:37 Outro and resource links

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Today's guest is Dr. Jack Kruse, a neurosurgeon and health optimizer who takes a unique approach to wellness through what he calls "quantum biology." Dr. Kruse has dedicated his career to exploring the connection between light, electromagnetism, and human health. He's known for his controversial perspectives on how modern technology, artificial light, and high-latitude living negatively impact our cellular function and mitochondrial health.

In our conversation, Dr. Kruse shares eye-opening insights about the dangers of blue light, why grounding is essential for optimal health, and how sunlight exposure affects everything from cancer risk to mental health. We dive deep into why vitamin D supplements aren't a substitute for natural sunlight, the problems with electric saunas, and his provocative take on why decisions about where we live might be the most important health choices we make.

Dr Kruse Links
https://x.com/DrJackKruse
https://www.instagram.com/drjackkruse
https://www.patreon.com/DrJackKruse
https://jackkruse.com

Welcome To TAKE A DEEP BREATH

Greetings! I'm Mike Maher, your guide on this breathwork journey and the host of this YouTube channel. As a new father to a beautiful baby boy, I left my corporate career behind to pursue my passion - helping people harness the transformative power of breathwork. I firmly believe in the life-changing potential of the breath, and it's my mission to help the world breathe better.

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Welcome To TAKE A DEEP BREATH

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction: The Problem with Artificial Light
2:07 How Blue Light Affects Dopamine and Melatonin
4:17 DARPA Patents and Big Tech's Connection to Blue Light
5:38 Blue Light Blockers: Do They Really Work?
7:10 The Science Behind Blue Light Destruction
9:31 The Ban on Incandescent Bulbs and Why It Matters
10:28 Evening Routine: What Dr. Kruse Does After Sunset
13:19 Sunset Strategy: Dark Room vs. Outdoor Exposure
16:13 Sunlight on Genitals: The Science Behind the Trend
18:32 The Geographic Connection to Multiple Sclerosis
21:08 Why Decisions Are Better with Optimized Dopamine and Melatonin
23:02 Breast Cancer and UV Light: The WHO's Hidden Report
24:38 Red Light Therapy: Benefits and Marketing Pitfalls
28:28 Electric Saunas vs. Traditional Saunas: The EMF Problem
31:52 Making Sovereign Health Choices vs. Centralized Systems
34:49 Earthing and Grounding: The Electron Connection
37:18 Why Humans Have Sweaty Hands and Feet (Evolutionary Purpose)
39:28 Creating Your Own Grounding Environment at Home
43:04 EMF Blockers, Faraday Cages, and Making Geographic Choices
47:15 Survival of the Wisest: Making Health-Conscious Decisions
49:42 Can You Live Healthy at High Latitudes?
53:40 Using Family as "Anchors" vs. Health Freedom
55:39 Steve Jobs' Secret iPad Feature for Children
57:31 Eye Cancer: Sun Exposure Myth Debunked
1:00:06 Bitcoin, Freedom, and Sovereignty
1:04:23 Reconnecting with Nature vs. The System
1:09:38 The Surprising Truth About Vitamin D Supplements
1:15:41 Building a "Solar Callus" to Protect Your Skin
1:20:20 Breathing as an Electromagnetic Process
1:22:31 The Single Best Health Decision: Never Miss a Sunrise
1:23:53 Closing Thoughts and Breathing Exerc

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Today's guest is Gert Leroy, who switched from software programming to professional free diving at 40. Through his platform Underwater Squad, he teaches breath work and diving techniques. We discuss breath control, stress management, visualization methods, and debunk common myths about breath holding.

🔗 Follow Gert on YouTube here; https://www.youtube.com/@gertleroy/videos
🔗 Double Your Breathholds with Gert here: https://www.skool.com/underwatersquad/about

Chapters:
00:00 From Software Engineer to Free Diving
03:11 Finding Purpose Through Free Diving
05:32 Breaking Through the Age Barrier
09:17 The Science of Ear Equalization
14:21 Pre-Dive Preparation and Relaxation
19:27 The Art of Doing Nothing
24:53 Understanding Tidal Breathing
31:19 Visualization Techniques for Breath Holds
35:07 Mantras During Contractions Phase
41:08 The Mammalian Diving Reflex Explained
44:18 World Records and Hollywood Myths
57:33 Final Wisdom: Breathe Less, Not More

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Welcome To TAKE A DEEP BREATH

Greetings! I'm Mike Maher, your guide on this breathwork journey and the host of this YouTube channel. As a new father to a beautiful baby boy, I left my corporate career behind to pursue my passion - helping people harness the transformative power of breathwork. I firmly believe in the life-changing potential of the breath, and it's my mission to help the world breathe better.

Safety Information: 
Do not practice this breathwork during pregnancy, or if you are epileptic. People with cardiovascular issues, or any other serious health conditions, should always consult a medical professional before starting breathwork. These breathing exercises are a guide only, you should always listen to your own body and not push yourself, if you feel unwell STOP. Never practice breathing exercises before or during diving, driving, swimming, taking a bath, or in any other circumstance where the loss of consciousness could result in bodily harm. Deep breathing may cause tingling sensations, a ringing in the ears, and/or light-headedness. These are normal responses and are no cause for alarm. If you faint, however, you have gone too far and should take it more slowly next time.

Disclaimer 
The information provided in this video is provided for informational purposes only and is NOT to be used or relied on for any treatment purposes. All information provided by TAKE A DEEP BREATH is of a general nature, only for educational/entertainment purposes. No information is to be taken as medical or health advice. Follow this breathing exercise at your own risk. TAKE A DEEP BREATH or Mike Maher is not responsible for any losses, liabilities, injuries or damages resulting from any and all claims as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this video.