Every human being on earth can "just breathe". Therein lies the problem, we don;t actually have to talk about it or understand breathing to do it. Therein lies the opportunity for improvement. We want to change the conversation around breathing to clean up some of the confusion and misunderstanding. When folks understand how their breathing system works both for an against them, it reduces harm and improves qulaity of life. At Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, we understand how critical functional breathing is for overall health and wellness, so much so that we built an entire practice around it!
Our Foundations of Functional Breathing class is designed to educate participants on the essential principles of breathing, helping them improve their daily lives. This class will provide an in-depth look at the course, its benefits, and what participants can expect to learn.
Part 1: Overview of the Foundations Class and Its Benefits
Understanding Functional Breathing
At Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, our Foundations of Functional Breathing class is meticulously designed to help individuals understand the core principles of functional breathing. We examine the human breathing system, discuss how it works and begin shifting toward a more functional pattern of breathing.
Functional breathing goes beyond the basic act of inhaling and exhaling; it involves using breathing mechanics that enhance physical and mental well-being. By focusing on functional breathing patterns, participants can experience improved energy levels, reduced stress, and better overall health.
Why Functional Breathing Matters
Functional breathing is not just about the mechanics of breathing. It's about the impact breathing has on every system in the body. It's about prioritizing the system (your breathing system) that influences every other system in the body. We breathe how we feel and feel how we breathe, so it pays off to master your breathing when you need it the most.
At Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, we teach people across the lifespan and ability span how to breathe functionally, reducing negative impact of a wide variety of issues. Dysfunctional breathing can be insidious and often hides in plain sight. There a wide variety of issues that are currently linked in the accepted medical literature that are linked to dysfunctional breathing.

Link Between Breathing and Overall Health
The link between breathing mechanics and overall health is profound. Dysfunctional breathing habits can contribute to chronic health conditions, including high blood pressure, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Our class at Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, highlights the importance of changing these breathing patterns to promote better health.
Benefits of the Class
The benefits of attending the Foundations of Functional Breathing class at Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, are numerous. Firstly, participants will learn how to optimize their breathing for physical performance.
Functional breathing can enhance athletic performance, increase stamina, and improve recovery times. Additionally, functional breathing can aid in stress management, leading to better mental clarity and emotional stability. The class also covers how to use breathing strategies to manage chronic pain and improve sleep quality.
Physical Performance Enhancement
Participants at Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, will discover how functional breathing can dramatically enhance physical performance.
By learning to control their breathing, everyone can improve endurance, strength, and recovery times. This is particularly beneficial for those involved in high-intensity sports and physical activities. Imagine your breathing is an engine, and you can improve how efficiently it uses fuel and how large the gas tank is. This means improvement in every aspect of what you do. Read about our team
Mental and Emotional Well-being
Functional breathing techniques taught at Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, are also crucial for mental and emotional well-being. Functional breathing can help reduce stress, manage anxiety, and improve mental clarity. Biologically speaking, one can trap themselves in cycles of shame, guilt, fear and anxiety simply by breathing dysfunctionally. What makes this so problematic is that the harder ones tries with either dysfunctional breathing, the worse it gets. We show you hwo to adopt a "breathing first" approach to being human that promotes a more functional pattern in everything you do. Imagine being able to turn down the fight/flight/freeze response a little but all the time. This adds up to a better quality of life. "The things that used to bother me don't bother me like they used to " is one of the most common observations of our patients.
Participants will learn how to use these techniques in their daily lives to maintain emotional balance and resilience.
Pain Management and Sleep Improvement
Chronic pain and sleep disorders can significantly impact quality of life. At Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, we teach participants how to use functional breathing to manage pain and improve sleep. Daytime breatihng influences night time breathing. So someone can nudge their system by simply adopting functional breathing when taking a walk around the block or folding laundry.
By incorporating these practices into their daily routine, participants can experience improvement in pain and enjoy better sleep quality.
What makes the Foundations of Functional Breathing class at Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, truly valuable is its practical application in daily life.
Participants will learn tools and techniques that can be easily integrated into their routines, whether they are athletes looking to enhance performance or individuals seeking to improve their overall health.
The class provides tools that can be used during exercise, relaxation, and even work to maintain optimal breathing patterns and improve quality of life.
Incorporating Functional Breathing in Daily Routine
At Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, participants will learn how to seamlessly integrate functional breathing into their daily routines. Whether it's during a workout, while at your desk, or getting to sleep, these techniques can be applied to enhance overall well-being.
Stress Management and Relaxation
Functional breathing is a powerful tool for managing stress and promoting relaxation. At Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, we provide participants with practical exercises they can use to reduce stress and achieve a state of relaxation, improving their overall quality of life.
The Foundations of Functional Breathing class at Academy West Performance in Bend, OR, offers a comprehensive and practical approach to improving overall health through Functional breathing. In part 1 of this series, we've explored the benefits of the class and what participants can expect to learn.
Stay tuned for the next part, where we will delve into functional breathing and it's applications in various physical activities.
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