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 patreo…

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 …

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.ieBy thebreathworkclub

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, …

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=By thebreathworkclub

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 pod…

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.ieBy thebreathworkclub

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 ht…

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://g…

The 9 Cleansing Breaths is an ancient breathing practice that has it roots in Tibetan Buddhism. The aim is to clear our main energy channels, removing stagnant energy to leave us feeling both calm and alert. This technique shares similarities to Alternate Nostril breathing, which was covered along with some of its variations in episodes 17, 35 and …

Breath stacking is a technique that is often used to help people with breathing issues build strength and space in their lungs and breathing muscles. It is also encouraged for people recovering from Covid 19. This technique involves 'stacking' the inhales, taking in a little more air than usual, to expand the lungs and the ribcage Please consult a …

In mindfulness, there is a distinction made between two states of mind - the doing mode and the being mode. The doing mode is characterised by problem solving and activity. The being mode is a state of mind where we allow things to be as they are. Both are important, but if we spent too much time in the doing mode it can be draining, and it is ofte…

In this episode, we practice a simple breathing rhythm to help counter the effects of stress and move us to a calmer place The podcast is taking a break for a little while, which I talk about for the first few minutes. If you'd like to skip straight to the practice, it begins at 3.34 Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp…

In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Nick Heath. Nick is a scientist and breathwork practitioner also known as The Breathing Diabetic. He promotes the benefits of breathwork for diabetics, while also blogging about his own experiences practice breathwork. He is a passionate researcher, and he shares his finds through his amazing week…

So Hum is a breath focused mantra meditation. A mantra is a sound used to focus the mind in meditation, and So Hum naturally synchs with our breathing, making it an accessible technique for cultivating focus and presence Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/ www.thebreathworkclub.iea You can support the production o…

Surya Bhedana Pranayama is one of the classical breathing techniques of Hatha Yoga. It involves breathing in through the right nostril, and out through the left. It is a variation on Alternate Nostril Breathing which aims to stimulate the Pingala nadi, an energy channel that in hatha yoga is linked to the sun, heat and activity. Modern studies have…

This episode is about how our breathing relates to fear, and how we can use our breathing to manage emotions like fear, anxiety and worry. Breathwork is not a cure for everything, and unfortunately changing our breathing won't fix everything. But often, it's not a bad place to start Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond, who recently released a beautiful n…

In this episode we look at Chandra Bhedana, a variation on Alternate Nostril Breathing (which was covered in more detail in episode 17). For Chandra Bhedana we breathe in through the left nostril and out through the right nostril. In Yoga, this is thought to stimulate the Ida nadi, the energy channel that is linked to the moon, the parasympathetic …

A mindful breathing practice lead by Dr Matt Dewar on episode 34 https://www.mattdewar.com/ www.thebreathworkclub.ieBy thebreathworkclub

For this episode I had a chat with Dr Matt Dewar, a social emotional learning educator, author and breathwork/mindfulness coach. We discussed Matt's background in Zen Buddhism and living in a monastery in Korea, his approach to breathwork, the psychological factors behind our breathing patterns, why some forms of breathwork don't serve us the way w…

The episode covers a technique known as the physiological sigh, which is a simple way to use our breathing to move us into a calmer state. It is a naturally occur breathing rhythm that has recently been promoted by the amazing Andrew Huberman as a way to combat stress. It involves a 2 part inhale, usually through the nose, and then a long exhale, u…

Practicing gratitude means taking the time to consciously appreciate something in your life. As simple as this sounds, it is something which can have a profound impact on our well being. In this episode, we combine the practice of gratitude with conscious breathing to really tap in to that feeling of appreciation Article on the benefits of gratitud…

Tapping is a really lovely practice from Qi Gong to help stimulate energy. It is lovely way to connect to the physical body, to release tension and create energy. In this practice we will focus on stimulating energy around the lungs, so focusing the tapping around the chest, ribs, shoulders and lower back Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garet…

Sitali Pranayama is a traditional Yogic breathing technique used to reduce heat, both physically and energetically. For this technique the tongue is curled up so that it works almost like a straw which we use to breath in. This air picks up moisture from the tongue, which gives the breath a cooling effect Image of the position of the tongue https:/…

Since becoming a parent I've been reflecting a lot on my own mother and fathers journey as parents. In this episode, I have a chat with my Dad about being a Dad. My father is a very interesting man and in this episode we chat about his experience growing up in the tenements of Inner City Dublin, his relationship with his father, his experience as o…

The week just passed was Mens Health Week, and an important topic always discussed is Mens Mental Health. In this episode, 5 men share their experiences with mental health, and the tools that have helped them live more mindfully 3.28 - Mark Logan https://instagram.com/mmarklogan?utm_medium=copy_link 13.57 - Allan Muller https://instagram.com/allanm…

Breathwork can be as useful for kids as it is it for adults. A good way to get kids to connect with their breath is using playful imagery. For this calming technique, we imagine blowing bubbles to help slow down the exhalations Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/ If you would like to support the production of this…

Sighing is a natural breathing technique we all do several times a day. It is essential for the health of our lungs, but it is also closely linked with our emotions, both negative and positive, and how we express relief. As simple as it may seem, consciously connecting with sighing can be an extremely useful and powerful tool for well being Music b…

A breathing assessment lead by Chris Leddy on Episode 25 of the Breathwork Club You can find more from Chris at @breathingdeadly on instagram, and Breathing Deadly on Youtube https://www.instagram.com/breathingdeadly/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJeXH3_S99jKk4S8-Xhm5ewBy thebreathworkclub

In this episode I had the pleasure of talking to Chris Leddy. Chris is a Ju-Jitsu blackbelt and instructor. He is also a breathwork teacher. Chris came to breathwork as a way to cure himself from a debilitating back injury, and he teaches people how to gain more strength and awareness around how breathing effects our physical form. He has lots of g…

A breathing technique pioneered by Dr Andrew Weil to help with sleep. He described it as 'a natural tranquilizer for the nervous system'. Can be practiced anytime you need to find a little calm, but ideally practiced in a cosy place just before bed Music by Gareth Quinn Redmond https://garethquinnredmond.bandcamp.com/ If you would like to support t…

Bhramari Pranayama is one of the 8 classical pranayama described in the 15th century text the 'Hatha Yoga Pradiprika'. It said that through this practice the mind of the yogi achieves a stage of bliss. In Bhramari pranayama we hum for the exhalation. As simple as this sounds, humming is something that has a lot of really amazing benefits. It slows …

In this episode I had a conversation with the freediver and breathwork teacher Claire Walsh. Claire was the first person to represent Ireland at the Freediving World championships and has broken national records. Her personal best is a dive of 60 metres and she has held her breath for 5.59 minutes. In this conversation we chat about Claires backgro…

A calming breathing technique focusing on the exhalations. 1-2 breathing is a practice where we look to make our exhalations twice as long as the inhalations. This activates the parasympathetic nervous system, moving us towards a more restful state, making this a really nice practice anytime you feel like you need a little space to chill Music by G…

A gentle and grounding breathing practice lead by The Breathwork Club guest Jody KennedyBy thebreathworkclub

In this weeks episode I had a chat with the holistic training Jody Kennedy. We spoke about his journey from being in the army, to exploring plant medicine, to his work with ancestral health and breathwork. Jody has just opened up his new venture, Universal Space, a new studio in Dublin that will bring together fitness, breathwork, art exhibitions a…

The Reset Breath is a short practice of connected breathing. We take 10 breaths in a continuous way, letting the inhales and exhales flow into each other with as little pause in between as possible. This can be a really great technique when you need a little pick up, and can be nice to use if you're feeling a little unmotivated or underwhelmed If y…

A short breathing practice shared by Dr Cathy Scanlon on the Breathwork Club episode 18. Focusing on the inhales, this practice will help you find a bit more energy to help on the days when you might be feeling a little underwhelmedBy thebreathworkclub

A conversation with the neuroscientist and breathwork teacher Dr Cathy Scanlon. Cathy is a former academic who teaches breathwork with a focus on helping people connect to their authentic self and intuition. She teaches weekly breathwork practices and runs regular workshops and intensives. You find all her info at https://breathworkcoaching.com and…

This traditional pranayama technique aims to balance the two main energy channels, the Ida and Pingala Nadis, through alternating the breath through the nostrils. In yoga, Nadis are subtle channels through which energy flows, and this energy has an influence on how we feel. The Ida Nadi represents the more calming, cooling lunar energy that support…

Our breathing is a 3 dimensional process, with the capacity to expand in all directions. Many tend to breathe mainly into the front of our bodies, but we also have the ability to breathe into our sides and back as well. This episode focuses on a technique called crocodile breathing which can help us find a bit more space for our breath in our backs…

This episode focuses on the meditative practice of connecting our breathing with our walking. The Afghan Walk is a style of breath walking coined by Edourd Steigler, who observed the breathing patterns of Afghan nomads as they walked long distances. For the Afghan Walk, we breathe in for 3 steps, pause for 1 step, breath out for 3 steps, pause of o…

A short mindfulness meditation guided by Conor Creighton, taken from episode 14 of The Breathwork ClubBy thebreathworkclub

A first for the podcast. A conversation with the meditation teacher, journalist and author Conor Creighton. We discuss Conors background, his work with men, the creative process and his new book, and meditation as an act of social rebellion Conor has a new book coming out called 'This is It' which you can pre-order now at Easons.com You can find fr…

Alan Watts says the quickest way to enter a meditative state is by listening. In Ujjayi pranayama the breath becomes slightly audible, adding a new element to a breathing practice - listening. One of the most prominent breathing techniques in modern yoga, Ujjayi pranayama is a beautiful meditative practice If you would like to support the productio…

A meditation focusing on our exhalations, to calm and settle the mind Episode begins with Brian sharing a bit about his experience with meditation, if you'd rather skip that the meditation itself begins at 6.25By thebreathworkclub

The great breathwork teacher Dan Brule calls yawning natural yoga - an instinctive meeting of movement and breath. Although yawning can be seen as rude or a sign of boredom, there are lots of interesting theories as to why we yawn, and yawning has many benefits. In this episode we touch on some of these theories, and then go through a short practic…

Viloma translates as 'Against the Grain', and this yogic breathing technique involves dividing our breath into parts. The influential yoga teacher BKS Iyengar likened this technique to climbing the rungs of a ladder, and dividing our breathing up in this way can help us find a little more awareness, a little more space, and even a little more softn…

Box breathing is a technique commonly used to relieve tension and stress. It is used by Navy Seals and Russian Special Forces in tense situations, as controlling how we breathe can help us gain control over how we react and respond. Box breathing thinking of our breathing in 4 parts - inhale, pause, exhale, pause - and balancing the length of these…

A simple but beneficial technique that increases oxygen and control of the breath, decreases the effort required to breath, and is commonly encouraged for people with lung conditions. In this practice we will combine Pursed Lips Breathing with 1-2 Breathing, to lengthen the exhalations and encourage relaxation…