The secrets and science of breathwork, delivered in a no-nonsense way-- including cutting-edge advice from elite athletes and coaches.
Breathing for Warriors dives into the science of recovery, resilience, and biomechanics to create a mindblowingly practical guide to mastering the most elusive aspect of performance.
Ever wonder how you should be breathing at the gym? Have you ever played a sport, lifted, or run and wondered: Am I doing this right?Is my breathing helping--or hurting--my performance? If you fail to train your breathing muscles, you leave a vast well of your physical and emotional potential untapped. Breathing for Warriors teaches you how to harness the power of your breath for strength, endurance and precision sports, as well as everything from pregame jitters to recovery, public speaking, healing from trauma, and avoiding injury.
Whether you are a corporate athlete or an actual ninja, Vranich and Sabin distill the science of breathwork and provide the ultimate step-by-step instructions for you to breathe better-- from field to stage.
Publisher: Macmillan
Original Binding: Trade Paperback
Pages: 272 pages
ISBN-10: 1250308224
Item Weight: 1.0 lbs
Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.6 x 9.0 inches
Customer Reviews: 3 out of 5 stars 101 to 500 ratings
"A treasure of information on how to get the most out of your mind and body. It all starts with breathing!" -Bas Rutten, UFC Heavyweight Champion.
"I trust Dr. Belisa more than anyone in the category of breathing dysfunction. No one is more comprehensive. She is the giver of life through breath." -Jen Widerstrom, celebrity trainer from "The Biggest Loser"
"One of the greatest promises of sport is achieving your highest potential. You are holding the lab notes. Go and see what's possible." - Dr. Kelly Starrett, DPT New York Times bestselling author
Dr. Belisa Vranich is a clinical psychologist and fitness expert who teaches breathing exercises to athletes, first responders and law enforcement.
Brian Sabin is an award-winning writer and consultant. His work has appeared in VICE, Men's Journal, and Runners World, among others. He is a lifelong athlete and former asthmatic-turned-Boston Marathon qualifier.
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