Ep 44 Kapalabhati - Invigorating Breathwork

This episode is a rerecording of episode number 47. It recently came to my attention that the audio quality in some of the previous episodes is not great. I record and edit all the episodes of this podcast myself, while trying to juggle a busy professional and family life. I didn't do as good a job of this as I could have at times. The audio quality here should be a bit better, and I do apologize to anyone who has listened to an episode with poor quality in the past.    The simple body scan and gentle breathing meditation begins at 2.16   Instagram: @brianbmalone Patreon: thebreathworkclub Music: Gareth Quinn Redmond

This episode is a simple breathwork practice you can use to get ready for bed, or anytime you need to unwind   It combines three simple breathwork techniques - The Physiological Sigh (Episode 33), Left Nostril Breathing (episode 35) and triangle breathing (episode 7)   If you would like to support the production of this podcast, you can do so at patreon.com/thebreathworkclub   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/  

This episode looks at the link between chanting and breathwork, specifically the mantra of OM/AUM   This episode is sponsored by Moonbird, the worlds first handheld breathing coach. Use the code BRIAN10 for a discount https://www.moonbird.life/   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/   Some of the studies mentioned -   The effects of chanting the Rosary and Yoga mantras on breathing rates https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC61046/#:~:text=The%20benefits%20of%20respiratory%20exercises,improve%20concentration%2C%20and%20induce%20calm.&text=Mantras%20are%20normally%20repeated%20in,the%20rosary%20(150%20times).   The effects of chanting OM on nervous system activity https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9015091/    

This episode is a short reflection piece about how a smashed jar of peanut made me realise the benefits of a breathwork practice   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/   www.thebreathworkclub.ie

Bhastrika Pranayama is a technique which focuses on fast breathing, which can give a boost of energy    12 week study on the effects of bhastrika mentioned in episode  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25558130/   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond  https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/   On the 24th of February we are hosting an Art and Yoga retreat in Sligo, Ireland. For more information visit  charlottekingart.ie/retreats   www.thebreathworkclub.ie https://instagram.com/brianbmalone?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM=           

A simple but effective technique to help find a place of calm during challenging times   This technique has similarities to Pursed Lips Breathing which was covered in more detail in episode 8   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond   www.thebreathworkclub.ie https://instagram.com/brianbmalone?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM=    

Breathing practices can be a really useful and effective way to help calm the mind and body for a restful nights sleep. This episode of the podcast is a simple breath focused bed time practice to hopefully help you drift off to a nourishing nights sleep   For more information on the benefits of sighing you can listen to episodes 33 and 26 of this podcast   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/   For more information on upcoming classes, trainings and retreats www.thebreathworkclub.ie https://instagram.com/brianbmalone?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM=  

Hugs are lovely, and the can also be a lovely way to connect to a broader breath   This short episode looks at a way that we can use our breathing to help alleviate upper back and neck tension   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/   www.thebreathworkclub.ie

Snoring is noisy breathing during sleep. Often annoying, but usually harmless, snoring can lead to disrupted sleep and unhappy partners. There are many potential causes of snoring, with some related to breathing habits. This episode looks at some exercises that might be helpful in reducing snoring   Nasal dilators can be useful in reducing snoring https://airmaxnasaldilator.com/   Myotape for use at night https://saltfloatandrecovery.com/product/myotape/   Variations of alternate nostril breathing which were covered in episodes 37, 35, and 17 of this podcast may be useful in reducing snoring   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/     www.thebreathworkclub.ie    

Kapalabhati is a hatha yoga practice that can have a stimulating effect both physically and energetically. It involves active exhales which serve to quicken our breathing rhythm, something that can give us a little boost of energy and motivation   It is not advised to practice this technique if you are pregnant   Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/   If you would like to support the podcast you can do so by becoming a member on Patreon for a small monthly donation. As a thank you, Patreon members get access to additional Yoga and Breathwork practices   You can find out more info on upcoming trainings and retreats at thebreathworkclub.ie